Cardiac Electrophysiology Technologist
Washington, DC
PRIDE Health
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Electrophysiology Tech - Travel/Contract

Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day shift, either 3x12 hours or 4x10 hours (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM)
On Call/Weekend Requirement: None
Floating Requirement: None

Job Description

• Work primarily in the Electrophysiology (EP) Lab performing cardiac electrophysiology studies and procedures including:

  • Head-Up-Tilt test
  • Cardioversion
  • Internal Loop Recorder placement
  • Atrial flutter/fibrillation ablations
  • Supraventricular and ventricular tachycardia ablations
  • Device implants (Watchman, Aveir, Pacemaker, Defibrillator)
  • Device explants and lead extractions
• Average daily caseload: 18 cases
• Use of Cerner and GE Cardiolab for charting
• Medication management via Pyxis system
• Scrubs provided

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Electrophysiology Technician, including experience within the last year
• Experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings
• Proficiency with Cerner electronic health record system
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• CCI certification (Cardiovascular Credentialing International)

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• CCI RCES or RCIS certification (Cardiovascular Credentialing International - Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist)

Licensure

• Must hold a valid license appropriate for the Electrophysiology Tech discipline as required by state regulations

Additional Requirements

• Two positive supervisory references supporting at least two years of experience within the last three years
• Complete 7 years of work history with no gaps, including education, employment, license, and contact information
• Criminal background check within 90 days of start, including multi-state and federal searches
• Drug screen within 90 days of start (excluding marijuana)
• Annual physical exam confirming ability to perform job duties without accommodations and free from communicable disease
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year; if history of TB, additional documentation required
• Flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption required for flu season (September through March)
• N95 fit test within 9 months of start, updated annually (client may complete onsite if needed)
• Completion of facility-specific orientation modules prior to start
• Medication and competency exams required within 3 years of start, including EKG/Dysrhythmia competency exam with minimum passing scores and annual updates

Equipment Experience Required

• Philips X-Ray machine
• Siemens X-Ray machine
• GE Micropacer

Equipment Experience Preferred

• 3D mapping systems (Biosense, Abbott/ESI)
• Siemens, GE, and Abbott ultrasound machines
• Laser lead machine

Work Environment

• Short Term Acute Care facility
• Teaching hospital with a top 50 heart and vascular center ranking
• 748 staffed beds

Notes

• This unit accepts first-time travelers with required EP Lab experience
• No on-call or weekend shifts required
• No floating to other units required

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Electrophysiology Tech travel contract position.