What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cath Lab EP Technologist position at St. Charles Health System?
The Electrophysiology Technologist performs general, invasive, and interventional procedures at a technical level and provides patient focused care as part of the care delivery team in the Cardiac Cath Lab, EP Lab and OR interventional procedure room and in other related settings as needed. This position performs invasive procedures in concert with a cardiologist, and Electrophysiologist in accordance with SCHS's mission, philosophies and policies while applying standards of radiation safety guidelines outlined by ALARA and Oregon State Health Division.
This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.
Essential Functions And Duties
Provides clinical and emotional support to patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional procedures.
Applies standards of radiation safety guidelines outlined by ALARA and Oregon State Health Division.
Performs Diagnostic Radiographic procedural examinations in the interventional setting.
Provides and monitors equipment and supplies based on patient and procedural needs.
Performs Special Procedure, Cardiac Cath Lab, and EP Radiographic examinations.
Performs diagnostic and interventional Electrophysiology procedures in accordance with department policies, procedures, and protocols.
Performs Electrophysiology Implant procedures in accordance with department policies, procedures, and protocols.
Performs diagnostic and interventional hemodynamic monitoring.
Performs duties as a monitor tech, scrub tech, or circulator maintaining sterile technique.
Maintains a thorough knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, hemodynamic principles, X-ray techniques and emergent and routine cardiac care.
Participates in training and education program as requested.
Creates and maintains sterile field and demonstrates aseptic technique in scrub role.
Performs sponge, sharps, and instrument counts when appropriate.
Performs accurate supply and equipment usage documentation and charge capture.
Performs documentation according to SCHS policies and guideline requirements.
Assures that equipment is functioning properly, and that appropriate supply inventory is maintained.
Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports the Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
Education
Required: Graduate of a certified radiologic technology-training program.
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in related field.
Licensure/Certification/Registration
Required: Current ARRT or equivalent registration. Current Oregon Board of Medical Imaging license. BLS/ACLS Certification (within 90 days of hire). Required within two years of hire the completion and passing of either the examination for a Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) or the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE) exam.
Preferred: RCIS or ARRT CI/VI credentials.
Experience
Required: Two (2) years experience cardiovascular or Interventional Radiology lab required.
Preferred: Cardiovascular and EP experience. Cardiac Cath lab surgical asepsis, scrub assist, and coronary intervention procedures experience preferred. Cardiovascular Interventional Lab equipment experience.
This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.
Essential Functions And Duties
Provides clinical and emotional support to patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional procedures.
Applies standards of radiation safety guidelines outlined by ALARA and Oregon State Health Division.
Performs Diagnostic Radiographic procedural examinations in the interventional setting.
Provides and monitors equipment and supplies based on patient and procedural needs.
Performs Special Procedure, Cardiac Cath Lab, and EP Radiographic examinations.
Performs diagnostic and interventional Electrophysiology procedures in accordance with department policies, procedures, and protocols.
Performs Electrophysiology Implant procedures in accordance with department policies, procedures, and protocols.
Performs diagnostic and interventional hemodynamic monitoring.
Performs duties as a monitor tech, scrub tech, or circulator maintaining sterile technique.
Maintains a thorough knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, hemodynamic principles, X-ray techniques and emergent and routine cardiac care.
Participates in training and education program as requested.
Creates and maintains sterile field and demonstrates aseptic technique in scrub role.
Performs sponge, sharps, and instrument counts when appropriate.
Performs accurate supply and equipment usage documentation and charge capture.
Performs documentation according to SCHS policies and guideline requirements.
Assures that equipment is functioning properly, and that appropriate supply inventory is maintained.
Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports the Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
Education
Required: Graduate of a certified radiologic technology-training program.
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in related field.
Licensure/Certification/Registration
Required: Current ARRT or equivalent registration. Current Oregon Board of Medical Imaging license. BLS/ACLS Certification (within 90 days of hire). Required within two years of hire the completion and passing of either the examination for a Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) or the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE) exam.
Preferred: RCIS or ARRT CI/VI credentials.
Experience
Required: Two (2) years experience cardiovascular or Interventional Radiology lab required.
Preferred: Cardiovascular and EP experience. Cardiac Cath lab surgical asepsis, scrub assist, and coronary intervention procedures experience preferred. Cardiovascular Interventional Lab equipment experience.
