Electrophysiology Cardiovascular Tech

1 month ago

Washington DC, United States MEDSTAR HEALTH Full time

Electrophysiology Cardiovascular Tech at MEDSTAR HEALTH summary:

An Electrophysiology Cardiovascular Tech assists physicians in invasive diagnostic and therapeutic electrophysiology procedures, prepares equipment, and provides patient care before, during, and after procedures. This role requires a high school diploma, specialized training in cardiovascular technology, and relevant licensure within a year of employment. The technician is responsible for ensuring sterile environments, monitoring patient vitals, and documenting data for billing and statistical purposes.

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.
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).
  • 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.

Keywords:

electrophysiology, cardiovascular technician, invasive procedures, patient care, medical equipment, cardiac monitoring, hospital technology, medical documentation, licensed technician, patient support

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