Cardiovascular Specialist Electrophysiology Lab

The Cardiovascular Specialist will deliver exceptional and streamlined patient care during Electrophysiology Lab procedures by documenting circulating and scrubbing. The Electrophysiology Lab at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center performs various procedures such as catheter ablations LAA closures device implants and laser lead extractions for patients who have electrical system disorders of the heart.

Position Highlights

• Shift Schedule:FullTime Days MondayFriday (Rotating 3 12hour shifts) Occasional Saturdays and no oncall!
• SignOn Bonus:This position qualifies for a $10000 sign on bonus provided the candidate meets the eligibility requirements.
• Location:Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center WinstonSalem NC

What We Offer

• Day 1 Health Coverage:Choose from either copay or HSAeligible health insurance options with coverage starting on your first day of work.
• Generous PTO:Accrue up to 200 hours/year starting to be used for vacations sickness holidays and personal matters.
• Education Reimbursement:We invest in your professional growth offering up to $2500 per year towards a Bachelors degree and up to $5000 per year towards a graduate degree.
• Wellness Incentives:Take advantage of up to $1500 per year in wellness incentives through our LiveWELL program prioritizing your wellbeing.
• Parental Benefits:We understand the importance of family providing six weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents and four weeks of paid parental leave for nonbirthing parents.
• Retirement:Secure your financial future with up to 7 employerpaid retirement contributions.
• Relocation Assistance:Specific conditions apply.

Education Requirements

• Completion of Accredited Nursing program current license as a Registered Nurse in NC and two years of RN experience
  or
• Completion of an Allied Health Technology Program (Radiologic Technology Respiratory Therapy etc. registry or license as it pertains to field of expertise with two years experience in Electrophysiology or Cardiac Catheterization Lab
  or
• Completion of Cardiovascular Interventional Program

Experience/Certification Requirements

• CPR certification upon hire; ACLS certification within 90 days
• Proficient in procedure room roles (Circulator Recorder Scrubbing)
• Competencies in:
  • Ablation and device room setup
  • Simple ablation and device procedures
  • TEE guided cardioversions
  • Implantable Loop Recorders
• Professional communication skills with diverse age groups
• Analytical skills for scheduling equipment and instruction comprehension

Job Responsibilities (Not Limited To)

1. Emergency Preparedness:Ensure emergency equipment and supplies are always ready; Recognize and respond to potential emergency situations as needed.
2. Ensure Safe & Therapeutic Environment:Promote safety practices & standards maintain knowledge of equipment operation adhere to equipment safety guidelines & report any malfunctions.
3. Record Keeping:Complete & maintain accurate departmental records and logs in a timely manner by entering patient data and charges into electronic system and safeguard patient privacy & confidentiality.
4. Communication:Maintain professional relationship with patients families and colleagues through effective communication and responsiveness; sensitively address conflicts &concerns as needed.
5. OnCall:Provides coverage for 24hour emergency call for Cardiac Cath Lab. Rotating on call responsibilities with other staff members. Responding in a timely fashion (within 25 minutes) to emergency calls. Facilitating activities between departments to ensure prompt patient care.
6. Patient Care:Monitor & evaluate patient stability during procedures administer medications & treatments under supervision and assist with advanced procedures.
7. Education & Consultation:Offer mentorship and support to coworkers & trainees participate in Continuing Education & inservice opportunities and performs / maintains assigned pointofcare testing and annual competencies.
8. AgeSpecific Care:Provide ageappropriate care considering physical mental and developmental factors; Regularly update knowledge on agespecific guidelines.