Electrophysiology Cardiovascular Technologist
Electrophysiology Cardiovascular Technologist
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Job Description
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Summary:The Massachusetts General Hospital Heart Centers Cardiac Arrhythmia Service and Electrophysiology (EP) Lab are internationally recognized for pioneering contributions to the treatment of heart rhythm disorders offering patients the most advanced approaches to the evaluation and treatment of cardiac arrhythmias. The Electrophysiology Lab offers advanced therapies including catheter ablation for atrial fibillation ventricular tachcardia and other complex cardiac arrhythmias; implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs) for the prevention of sudden cardiac death; cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) for patients with congestive heart failure and laser lead extraction.
Essential Functions:
-Assists the cardiologist in all surgical and diagnostic procedures.
-Attends to patient needs during cardiac lab procedures.
-Attends to patient needs during cardiac lab procedures.
-Recognizes and interprets arrhythmias and heart block abnormalities.
-Tests tissue according to what the pathologist needs.
-Describe the indications for electrophysiologic testing permanent pacemaker.
-Operates the radiographic equipment utilizing radiation safety procedures.
-Protects healthcare organization value by keeping information confidential; cautioning others regarding potential breaches.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited school of Cardiovascular Technology or in a related field of study;
orhave graduated with an Associates Degree from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology and must be certified by the ARRT and possess a valid license to practice as a radiologic technologist in Massachusetts
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
No
Licenses and Credentials
Radiologic Technologist MA State License - preferred
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support ACLS (AHA) - American Heart Association (AHA) preferred
Registered Technologist ARRT-R - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred
Basic Life Support BLS Certification - preferred
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist RCIS - Cardiovascular Credentialing International preferred
Experience
On the job training consisting of 2-3 months (dependent on past experience and knowledge) training will consist of orientation to the clinical and radiological setting formal orientation with an experienced radiologic/cardiovascular technologist to become familiar with interventional hemodynamic and radiologic equipment as well as patient care responsibilities all age groups 0-2 year preferred
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of sterile technique.
- Ability to handle assignments under minimal supervision is essential.
- Technical Skills: strives to continuously build knowledge and skills pursues training and development opportunities shares expertise with others.
- Knowledge of lab equipment and procedures.
- strong desire and aptitude to learn.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Create various excel based sample reports with data exports.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Employment Type
Full-Time
