A Cardiovascular Technician or Technologist uses imaging technology and other procedures to diagnose cardiac (heart) and vascular (blood vessel) problems in patients. Works closely with cardiologists and medical sonographers. Works in hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
1 Description American Traveler is hiring an EP Lab Technologist with 2+ years of experience and RCES or IBHRE certification for a 13-week travel assignment in Washington state. Details Work setting is a hospital-based Electrophysiology (EP) Lab Procedures include EP studies, arrhythmia induction, baseline measurements, cardiac ablation, cardiac mapping, cardioversion, conduction studies, electrophysiology evaluation, AICDs insertion/programming, LAA closure, pacemaker insertion, tilt table study, cardiac implant closure device, hemodynamic monitoring, PPI, PA line insertion, right heart catheterization, temporary pacemaker, and Watchman procedures Equipment used includes fluoroscopy, Philips systems, PACS, and ultrasound (preferred) 4x10 hour day shifts, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM; may stay late for cases one day per week No on-call required Epic experience is not required but must be reported Requirements Minimum of 2 years of EP Lab experience ARRT (R), RCES (CCI), or RCIS certification required; RCIS (CCI) preferred ACLS and BLS required WA Rad Tech license required if applicable — proof of WA state license application is acceptable at time of consideration, though active licensure is preferred; candidates without a license in hand should anticipate a potential start date delay of up to 8 weeks Proficiency in sterile technique and maintaining a sterile field Skills required include accurate monitoring, equipment setup, EKG lead placement, access site prep, recognition of life-threatening arrhythmias, room circulator duties, and scrub responsibilities Fluoroscopy experience required Willingness to float within the health system as needed Candidates with more than one DUI are not eligible for consideration Two professional references from the past 2 years required, with at least one from a supervisor SSN and DOB required for consideration First-time travelers are welcome to apply Additional Information Performs invasive EP and cath lab procedures in collaboration with a cardiologist or radiologist Applies principles of radiation protection and exercises professional judgment in the performance of procedures Provides patient care essential to procedures, recognizes patient conditions, and initiates life support when necessary Maintains equipment, inventory, and supplies; follows strict infection control and sterile technique protocols Previous PeaceHealth employees (travel or permanent) must have been separated from the health system for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler Local candidates are not accepted; the local radius is defined as within 60 miles of the facility All RTO requests must be disclosed upfront and approved prior to contract signing; no additional RTO will be approved after the contract is signed Some holiday RTO may be approved depending on the unit No facility modules are required
