Electrophysiology Technologist
Des Moines, IA
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied
5x8 hrs, Days

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