Electrophysiology Technologist -Fulltime Shifts

Electrophysiology Technologist - Fulltime Variable Shifts

$15,000 SIGN ON BONUS AND RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE

Facility: Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Location: Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department: Electrophysiology Lab

Job Family: Allied Health

Work Shift: Variable Shifts

Performs invasive diagnostic and interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, and radiology procedures. Responsible for the operation and quality assurance of film/image processing, patient monitoring, and x‑ray equipment. Participates in daily lab activities by assisting with scrub, float, monitor, and imaging technology roles.

• Provides and ensures quality care for patients as indicated by their clinical condition
• Assesses the patient, reviews chart for orders and lab results
• Prepares patients for procedures
• Performs in the scrub role setting up sterile field
• Assists with pacemaker, AICD, and intraventricular device implants
• Assists with electrophysiology studies and ablations (atrial and ventricular) using recording, mapping and navigation systems, cardiac stimulators, and ablation equipment (RF and Cryo)
• Performs in the monitor role by observing and documenting hemodynamic, EKG, and pressure waveforms
• Ensures that time‑outs occur prior to beginning procedures
• Provides a safe environment to include radiation exposure, contrast administration, infection control guidelines, and universal precautions for the EP Lab and the Health System
• Participates in the ongoing cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology labs quality control program, preventive maintenance, and performance improvement programs
• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development across age groups and treatment needs
• Other duties as assigned

• Associate’s degree required
• ACLS and BCLS required
• Certification in ARRT and/or RCIS or RCES required
• Registry eligible may apply and complete RCIS or RCES within 1 year of employment

• Experience with electrophysiology, invasive diagnostic radiology, or interventional cardiology preferred

• Ability to assess patient needs correctly and take appropriate action
• Thorough knowledge of medications, emergency procedures, and medical equipment
• Ability to work with personnel of varied training/backgrounds
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Maintains composure during high stress situations
• Knowledge of and ability to operate x‑ray and patient monitoring equipment

• Flexibility with work schedule
• Good hearing ability
• Ability to speak clearly
• Visual acuity
• Motor coordination and manual dexterity
• Good physical and mental stamina to perform duties and responsibilities
• Work is medium to heavy
• Work requires moving equipment and patients
• Exposure to ionizing radiation
• Ability to lift 100 lbs with frequent lift/carry objects up to 50 lbs
• Wears lead lined apron
• Stands for extended periods of time
• May be subject to occupational exposure, including skin, eye, mucous membrane or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material during patient contact
• Moderate to high amount of stress from heavy patient scheduling and interaction with physicians

ACLS – American Heart Association, BLS – American Heart Association

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity