Cardiac (Cath Lab) Electrophysiology Technician

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

This position is for a Cardiac | Cath Lab Electrophysiology Technician

• Assist physicians with electrophysiology procedures including patient preparation, electrophysiological recording, mapping and ablation, and injection of contrast agent.
• Monitor, measure and record patient hemodynamic data.
• Operate physiologic and radiographic equipment while working in an invasive procedure area.
• Collaborate with all disciplines for well-coordinated care.
• Prepare patient for the procedure by performing assigned tasks (i.e. scrub, recording, circulating).
• Assist with other activities that will facilitate effective/efficient use of the resources in the pre and post-procedure phases.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience demonstrating proficiency in Cardiac | Cath Lab Electrophysiology Technician qualifications.
• Experience in other areas of invasive cardiology in a clinical setting directly related to the required qualifications may be considered.
• Knowledge of diagnosis and treatment of cardiac arrhythmias
• A basic understanding of congenital and acquired heart disease and peripheral vascular disease is necessary.
• Understand the pathophysiology or disease process of atrial fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, supraventricular tachycardia, cardiomyopathy, myocardial infarction, valvular disorders and the associated manifestations in patients.
• Knowledge of diseases of other systems and their impact upon the cardiovascular system
• Knowledge of universal precautions, infection control techniques and methods of cleaning and sterilization of surgical equipment.
• Knowledge of patient physical and emotional reactions to procedures and ability to recognize and respond appropriately to potential emergencies.
• Must have either prior experience or aptitude to learn basics for interrogation and programming.