Facility

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Location

Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department

Electrophysiology Lab

Job Family

Allied Health

Work Shift

Summary

Performs invasive diagnostic and interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, and radiology procedures. Responsible for the operation and quality assurance of film/image processing, patient monitoring and x-ray equipment. Participates in the daily activities of the lab by assisting with scrub, float, monitor, and imaging technology roles.

Major Job Functions

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job.  The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below.  In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:

• Provides and ensures quality care for patients as indicated by their clinical condition

• Assesses the patient, reviews chart for orders and lab results

• Prepares patients for procedure

• Performs in the scrub role setting up sterile field

• Assists with pacemaker, AICD, and intraventricular device implants

• Assists with electrophysiology studies and ablations (atrial and ventricular) including the use of various electrophysiological recording, mapping and navigation systems, cardiac stimulators and ablation equipment (RF and Cryo)

• Performs in the monitor role by observing and documenting hemodynamic, EKG, and pressure waveforms

• Ensures that time-outs occur prior to beginning procedures

• Provides a safe environment to include but not limited to radiation exposure, contrast administration, and infection control guidelines/Universal Precautions for the EP Lab, and the Health System

• Participates in the ongoing cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology labs quality control program, preventive maintenance, and performance improvement programs

• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development of the younger to older adult and understands the range of treatment based on the patient’s developmental needs

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:

Education and Formal Training: 

• Associate’s degree required

• ACLS, BCLS required

• Certification in ARRT and/or RCIS or RCES required

• Registry eligible may apply and complete RCIS or RCES within 1 year of employment

Work Experience: 

• Experience with electrophysiology, invasive diagnostic radiology, or interventional cardiology preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: 

• Ability to assess patient needs correctly and take appropriate action

• Thorough knowledge of medications, emergency procedures and medical equipment

• Ability to work with personnel of varied training/backgrounds

• Good oral and written communication skills

• Maintains composure during high stress situations

• Knowledge of and ability to operate x-ray and patient monitoring equipment

Physical Requirements: 

• Flexibility with work schedule

• Good hearing ability

• Ability to speak clearly

• Visual acuity

• Motor coordination and manual dexterity

• Good physical and mental stamina to perform duties and responsibilities

• Work is medium to heavy

• Work requires moving of equipment and patients

• Exposure to ionizing radiation

• Ability to lift 100 lbs with frequent lift/carry objects up to 50 lbs

• Wears lead lined apron

• Stands for extended periods of time

• May be subject to occupational exposure including skin, eye, mucous membrane or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material during patient contact

• Moderate to high amount of stress from heavy patient scheduling, interaction with physicians and type of patient not limited to unstable patient conditions

Required Licenses and Certifications

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity