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Do you have the career opportunities as an EP Lab Technologist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

As an Electrophysiology Lab Technologist (EP Tech), you are responsible for providing a safe patient care environment that aids in the diagnosis and treatment of patients experiencing cardiac procedures. You will maintain and operate the physiological systems, assist physicians during the procedures, and perform unit-based activities, which contribute to a positive and professional work environment.

• You will demonstrate familiarity with the basics of radiation/radiation safety.
• You will position x-ray camera for fluoroscopy/angiography.
• You will pan table to accurately visualize requested/appropriate views.
• You will perform daily checks to ensure proper equipment function.
• You will demonstrate sterile technique for handling sterile instruments/supplies.
• You will proficiently enter data on EP Hemodynamic Monitoring system.
• You will assist with monitoring patient condition throughout procedure including, but not limited to rhythm Vital signs, response to interventions, art lines.
• You will document required procedure steps, supplies used and patient condition into medical record throughout case.
• You will communicate with the Circulating nurse supplies used for patient charge ticket and verify accuracy.
• You will monitor patients in holding area as assigned
• You will proficiently remove sheaths and hold pressure to achieve hemostasis.
• You will demonstrate proficiency with equipment in EP Lab.

Experience

• One - three years Electrophysiology or Cardiac Cath Lab experience performing both diagnostic and interventional procedures- preferred

Education

• Graduate of Cardiovascular Technologist program OR Radiologic Technology program - preferred
• High School Graduate / GED- required

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered with American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) - preferred
• Registered Cardiovascular Technician (CVT) - preferred
• Operating Room Technician - preferred
• BLS Certification as per St. David's Healthcare policy

Benefits

St. David's Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

St. David's Medical Center , part of St. David's HealthCare, is a comprehensive medical facility with three locations: St. David's Medical Center, Heart Hospital of Austin , and St. David's Georgetown Hospital . Located in Central Austin, St. David's Medical Center features a 371-bed acute care hospital and a 64-bed rehabilitation hospital, offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services.

The hospital provides a full spectrum of women's services, including a renowned Level IV maternity unit, maternal-fetal medicine, and a high-risk maternal and neonatal transport team. It also boasts the region's largest Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and offers outpatient breast imaging services through Solis Mammography, which is situated on-site. Additionally, the facility includes a 24-hour emergency department and a comprehensive stroke center.

St. David's Medical Center specializes in treating high-acuity surgical patients, offering complex procedures such as spine surgeries, total joint replacements, advanced surgical oncology, bariatric surgery, and general surgery. It is also home to the esteemed Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute. The hospital has earned accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Magnet hospital, the highest and most prestigious distinction a healthcare organization can achieve for nursing practice and quality patient care.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our EP Lab Technologist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.