EP & Cath Lab Technician
Erie, Pennsylvania
UPMC - Hamot

Job Opportunity: Technician at UPMC Hamot, Erie, Pennsylvania

Facility: UPMC Hamot
Hospital System: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)
Employment Type: Long Term
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 8-hour shifts
• Shift times: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM and 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• On-call coverage for evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
• 40 hours per week

Job Description

Position: EP and Cath Technician

• Perform imaging procedures independently with technical skill and judgment
• Demonstrate proper positioning and radiographic techniques for diagnostic and interventional procedures
• Ensure correct patient preparation, equipment operation, and patient monitoring
• Practice radiation safety, including use of lead shielding and monitoring devices
• Document patient radiation exposure in electronic records
• Support aseptic technique and patient safety, including time-out procedures
• Function competently in the first assist role during procedures
• Administer contrast agents under physician direction
• Provide scheduled stand-by call coverage per system policy
• Maintain point of care testing standards and daily quality control for procedural devices
• Interact professionally and compassionately with patients and coworkers, fostering teamwork
• Communicate clearly with patients to explain procedures and reduce anxiety
• Properly identify patients using two identifiers and follow universal protocols
• Review patient history and physician orders, applying departmental protocols
• Document patient history and procedure details in electronic records
• Ensure all images are properly coded, tracked, and archived in PACS and electronic records
• Maintain continuing education and competency requirements

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred but not required
• One of the following certifications required:

  • ARRT Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiology
  • ARRT Certificate
  • Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist
  • Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
  • Echocardiograph and Ultrasound certification

Clearances and Other Requirements

• Act 34 clearance (position-specific)
• Scrubs provided via facility scrub machine for both EP and Cath roles
• Parking available in multiple lots and street parking, though can be challenging

This position offers a dynamic role in a respected healthcare system with opportunities to work in advanced cardiac and catheterization imaging procedures.