Lead Electrophysiology Technologist - Cath Lab - Maryview Medical Center

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Portsmouth, VA

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About The Position

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Days/Evenings (United States of America) Bon Secours As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. Lead Electrophysiology Technologist – Maryview Medical Center Job Summary: Serves as the lead for day-to-day operations and tasks of the department. The Electrophysiology Technologist functions as a scrub tech, circulator and/or monitors patients for electrophysiology procedures under the direction of a cardiologist. Analyzes and interprets collected procedural data, provides effective patient care at all acuity levels. Assists in precepting new employees and students to department’s organization and function. Maintains inventory and charges appropriately for procedures, performs all procedures per protocol, participates in quality assurance and performance improvement programs as requested. Equitable participation in call coverage required if applicable at site. Essential Functions: Age Appropriate Competency: The employee is able to demonstrate general competency in providing Age Appropriate Care as indicated by the ability to plan, provide and evaluate care based on the physiological, psychosocial, intellectual and safety developmental needs of the patient. Utilizes appropriate processes and documents in accordance with The Joint Commission and other regulatory standards for each patient admitted, transferred or discharged for the invasive procedural area. Demonstrates ability to provide comprehensive care to patients. Demonstrates the ability to function in all roles of the electrophysiology laboratory (scrub, monitor, and circulate). Function as a qualified team member (QTM) in the administration of moderate sedation under the direct supervision of the physician where applicable. Provides care in compliance with established policies, procedures and standards of care. This may include administration of medications, contrast, starting IV's. IV fluids under the direction of the physician or nurse as prescribed or indicated by the patient's condition and or physician orders. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Completion of Cardiovascular Technology program (preferred)
• BLS Basic Life Support
• ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support or PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred at hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care; ACLS or PALS required based on specialty assignment)
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) (required)
• 2 years of electrophysiology experience (required)
• Customer Service
• Critical Thinking
• Anticipation of needs
• Effective Communication
• Active Listening
• Phlebotomy

Nice To Haves

• Completion of Cardiovascular Technology program
• ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support or PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred at hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care; ACLS or PALS required based on specialty assignment)

Responsibilities

• Serves as the lead for day-to-day operations and tasks of the department.
• Functions as a scrub tech, circulator and/or monitors patients for electrophysiology procedures under the direction of a cardiologist.
• Analyzes and interprets collected procedural data, provides effective patient care at all acuity levels.
• Assists in precepting new employees and students to department’s organization and function.
• Maintains inventory and charges appropriately for procedures, performs all procedures per protocol, participates in quality assurance and performance improvement programs as requested.
• Equitable participation in call coverage required if applicable at site.
• The employee is able to demonstrate general competency in providing Age Appropriate Care as indicated by the ability to plan, provide and evaluate care based on the physiological, psychosocial, intellectual and safety developmental needs of the patient.
• Utilizes appropriate processes and documents in accordance with The Joint Commission and other regulatory standards for each patient admitted, transferred or discharged for the invasive procedural area.
• Demonstrates ability to provide comprehensive care to patients.
• Demonstrates the ability to function in all roles of the electrophysiology laboratory (scrub, monitor, and circulate).
• Function as a qualified team member (QTM) in the administration of moderate sedation under the direct supervision of the physician where applicable.
• Provides care in compliance with established policies, procedures and standards of care.
• This may include administration of medications, contrast, starting IV's. IV fluids under the direction of the physician or nurse as prescribed or indicated by the patient's condition and or physician orders.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees