Travel Electrophysiology Technician
Des Moines, IA
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied
4x10 hrs

The Electrophysiology Technician (EP Tech) performs diagnostic electrophysiology procedures and interventions per physician orders. The Electrophysiology (EP) Tech is responsible for supporting the cardiologist during cardiac procedures, preparing the patient for procedures and ensuring all equipment and instrumentation is in working order. The Electrophysiology (EP) Tech will place cardiac electrophysiology catheters, interpret data and read electrocardiograms. The Electrophysiology Technician will provide specialized technical support and assist the physician.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains inventory of medical equipment and supplies
• Prepares equipment for surgery and alternate procedures to ensure sterility, assembling devicesand preparing solutions
• Records patients past medical history, current vitals, height and weight
• Prepares patients for electrocardiogram testing
• Monitors patients EKG and reports rhythm disturbances to physician
• Placement of EP catheter, reading electrocardiograms, interpretation of recordings
• Cleans equipment and may perform preventative maintenance after each use; reports anymalfunctions immediately
• Adheres to all Amergis and worksite rules, policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Two (2) years of experience in (EP/Cath Lab preferred)
• Electrophysiology Technician certification or applicable certification required by state, contractor client requirements
• Current physical exam if required by state regulations or contract specifications
• Current TB test or chest x-ray
• Current BLS card per state requirement or contract requirement
• Attention to detail
• Strong verbal communication

Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs 

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.  
About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.   
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.