EP Cath Lab Tech (RCES)

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Compensation: Union Position: No Department Details Summary Performs the duties of a cardiac technologist: invasive cardiac and peripheral vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures and electrophysiology procedures using sophisticated imaging, hemodynamic monitoring and recording equipment to assess and treat cardiac and peripheral vascular disease.

Job Description

Performs as a record who monitors, records, and analyzes the patient's electrocardiogram (EKG) and intracardiac pressures. Assists medical team with sterile procedures. Ability to operate the X-ray equipment and other equipment in the laboratory. Runs blood samples and obtains sterile supplies when needed. Ability to work with all ages from newborn to geriatric patients. Dedicated to electrophysiology (EP) procedures, related protocols, and related technological devices, i.e. pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICDs), biventricular pacemaker (BiV). Expected to ensure the highest quality of care to patients with rhythm disturbances providing advanced care to patients with cardiac arrhythmias including conduction disorders. Possesses expertise in understanding pharmacologic options to treat patients. Understands any special protocols for conscious sedation patients. Possesses a thorough knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, hemodynamic principles, X-Ray techniques, and emergent and routine cardiac care. Accountable for updating self and staff regarding EP protocols. Ability to work with growth and development needs of unique client populations including children to geriatrics. Qualifications Associate’s degree in Cardiovascular Technology or equivalent experience is required. Possesses an expertise in understanding pharmacologic options to treat patients. Expert knowledge in electrophysiology and cardiovascular technology including pharmacology and advanced cardiac rhythm management. Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) registry through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) is required within 18 months of hire. Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) through CCI is preferred. Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS) preferred and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) if applicable to position is preferred. Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org. The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill. Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News. Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.