Cardiac Electrophysiology Technologist
Charleston, SC
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Electrophysiology Tech (CVT / EP TECH)

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (5 days x 8 hours, 40 hours/week)
• On-call: No
• Weekend Requirement: No
• Floating: Possible floating to like units

Types of Cases Required

• Diagnostic Catheterizations (Adult)
• Permanent Pacemaker Insertions (PPI)
• Pulmonary Artery (PA) Insertion
• Right Heart Catheterization
• Temporary Pacemakers
• Conduction Studies
• Insertion/Programming of AICDs
• Pacemaker Insertion

Experience & Certification Requirements

• Years of Experience Required: Minimum 1 year in specialty
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required
• First-timers: Accepted if they have previous experience
• National Certifications Required: ARDMS or CCI (ARRT also accepted but not required)
• Licensure Required: South Carolina QRSA license
• Certifications Required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA certification only
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA certification only
• Radiation Badge: Required and must be provided by the agency (facility does not provide)

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background Checks:

  • Annual background check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
  • Includes SSN Trace, Statewide, National Criminal, Sex Offender Registry, FACIS 3, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Education Verification: Diploma or transcripts preferred as placeholder if verification pending
• Work History Verification: Last 3 clinical employers verified; attestation letters accepted if verification not possible
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references required
• Employment Application: Complete application/resume required
• Competency Exams: Medication test/pharmacology and other competency exams as applicable

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical Exam: Initial and updated annually, attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Fit Mask Test: N95 fit test within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually (specific mask models required)
• Immunizations & Titers:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or chest X-ray if positive history
  • Annual TB questionnaire
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines; boosters if low titer
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination required
  • Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines; boosters if low titer
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Flu Vaccination: Required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30); medical/religious exemptions accepted but no declinations
• COVID-19 Vaccination: Not required but highly preferred; vaccination records must be uploaded or declination form completed

Facility Specific Requirements

• Orientation Modules: Must be completed prior to start; estimated 2 hours; completed on laptop/computer (not phone)
• Photo for Badge: Clear, passport-style photo with solid light background, frontal view only
• Local Radius: 60 miles
• Locals Accepted: Yes, on a case-by-case basis

Additional Notes

• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Radiation badge processing can take 5-7 days before candidate can start working on floor
• Candidates with facial hair are encouraged to shave for fit testing or provide their own PAPR (not provided by facility)

This position is ideal for healthcare professionals with at least 1 year of experience in electrophysiology or cardiology tech roles, holding the required certifications and licensure, and able to comply with comprehensive health and background screening requirements.