Electrophys Cardiovasc Tech

About the Job General Summary of Position Assists physician with routine to complex invasive diagnostic and therapeutic electrophysiology procedures such as Electrophysiology Studies; Permanent Pacemakers Bi Ventricular Implantable Cardioverters Cardiac Ablations Laser Lead Extractions and other interventional procedures. Performs a variety of related ancillary support activities and other duties as assigned. Primary Duties and Responsibilities * Assists/scrubs in with physician during routine to complex invasive and non-invasive cardiac procedures. Prepares catheters guiding wires sheaths etc. for physicians as needed. * Prepares cleans and drapes appropriate site prior to invasive procedure ensuring a sterile field according to Association of Operating Room Nurse (AORN) standards. * Enters required patient data into the computer connects electrocardiograph (EKG) and pulse oximeter monitors. Provides physical and psychological comfort to patients prior to during and post-procedure. * Monitors electrocardiograph (ECG) blood pressure and other hemodynamic parameters during procedures. * Assists with insertion of implantable devices ablations and sets-up/removes arterial and venous lines. Performs activated coagulation time tests to determine appropriate arterial/venous sheaths removal. * Prepares/cleans arranges and stocks room/equipment for next procedure. Maintains and stocks inventory such as catheters defibrillators monitors and temporary pacemakers. * Documents required data prior to during and post-procedure and enters appropriate codes/charges/equipment used into computer for statistical/billing reports. * Discharges/transports patients from procedure room. Communicates/instructs patient regarding post procedure site care instructions and precautions as appropriate. * Provides patient's family/significant others with information related to procedures according to departmental policy and procedures. * Participates/responds to post-procedure site bleeding hematomas pain loss of distal pulse etc. as appropriate and documents findings and resolution. * Participates in the orientation training and inservices of other/new personnel as defined by EPL manager and departmental educator. * Administers contrast at the direction of the physician while the physician is in the room directing the administration and dosage. Minimal Qualifications Education * High School Diploma or GED including completion of a Cardiovascular Technologist training program and/or related college level education in basic sciences. required Experience * Experience in cardiovascular or electrophysiology laboratory procedures particularly as it relates to cardiac and electrophysiology invasive and non-invasive procedures preferred Licenses and Certifications * RCIS - Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist within 1 Year required or * RCES - Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within 1 Year required or * R.T.(R)(CI) - Registered Technologist in Cardiac-Interventional Radiography within 1 Year required * CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required * Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit. * Health Services/ACLS required Knowledge Skills and Abilities * May require the use of specialized medical equipment (i.e. EEG EKG blood analyzer) or data processing equipment (i.e. tape drives consoles). This position has a hiring range of USD $38.79 - USD $66.86 /Hr. General Summary of Position Assists physician with routine to complex invasive diagnostic and therapeutic electrophysiology procedures such as Electrophysiology Studies; Permanent Pacemakers Bi Ventricular Implantable Cardioverters Cardiac Ablations Laser Lead Extractions and other interventional procedures. Performs a variety of related ancillary support activities and other duties as assigned. Primary Duties and Responsibilities * Assists/scrubs in with physician during routine to complex invasive and non-invasive cardiac procedures. Prepares catheters guiding wires sheaths etc. for physicians as needed. * Prepares cleans and drapes appropriate site prior to invasive procedure ensuring a sterile field according to Association of Operating Room Nurse (AORN) standards. * Enters required patient data into the computer connects electrocardiograph (EKG) and pulse oximeter monitors. Provides physical and psychological comfort to patients prior to during and post-procedure. * Monitors electrocardiograph (ECG) blood pressure and other hemodynamic parameters during procedures. * Assists with insertion of implantable devices ablations and sets-up/removes arterial and venous lines. Performs activated coagulation time tests to determine appropriate arterial/venous sheaths removal. * Prepares/cleans arranges and stocks room/equipment for next procedure. Maintains and stocks inventory such as catheters defibrillators monitors and temporary pacemakers. * Documents required data prior to during and post-procedure and enters appropriate codes/charges/equipment used into computer for statistical/billing reports. * Discharges/transports patients from procedure room. Communicates/instructs patient regarding post procedure site care instructions and precautions as appropriate. * Provides patient's family/significant others with information related to procedures according to departmental policy and procedures. * Participates/responds to post-procedure site bleeding hematomas pain loss of distal pulse etc. as appropriate and documents findings and resolution. * Participates in the orientation training and inservices of other/new personnel as defined by EPL manager and departmental educator. * Administers contrast at the direction of the physician while the physician is in the room directing the administration and dosage. Minimal Qualifications Education * High School Diploma or GED including completion of a Cardiovascular Technologist training program and/or related college level education in basic sciences. required Experience * Experience in cardiovascular or electrophysiology laboratory procedures particularly as it relates to cardiac and electrophysiology invasive and non-invasive procedures preferred Licenses and Certifications * RCIS - Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist within 1 Year required or * RCES - Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within 1 Year required or * R.T.(R)(CI) - Registered Technologist in Cardiac-Interventional Radiography within 1 Year required * CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required * Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit. * Health Services/ACLS required Knowledge Skills and Abilities * May require the use of specialized medical equipment (i.e. EEG EKG blood analyzer) or data processing equipment (i.e. tape drives consoles).

Created: 2026-04-19