MEDSTAR HEALTH
Electrophysiology Cardiovascular Tech
MEDSTAR HEALTH, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States, 20010
Electrophysiology Cardiovascular Tech at MEDSTAR HEALTH summary:
The Electrophysiology Cardiovascular Tech assists physicians in performing complex invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures related to electrophysiology. This role requires knowledge of various medical procedures, patient care, and the operation of specialized medical equipment while ensuring a sterile environment. Education and certification in cardiovascular technology and related fields are necessary, along with experience in a cardiovascular or electrophysiology laboratory.
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 Technology, Pacemaker, Cardiac Ablation, Invasive Procedures, Patient Care, Healthcare Specialist, Sterile Procedure, Diagnostic Imaging, Cardiac Monitoring
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 Technology, Pacemaker, Cardiac Ablation, Invasive Procedures, Patient Care, Healthcare Specialist, Sterile Procedure, Diagnostic Imaging, Cardiac Monitoring