Description

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, Washington is seeking an Electrophysiology Technologist - Cath Lab for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Day position. The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $47.46 – $70.70. The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc.

Why PeaceHealth?

• PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center has earned a Leapfrog “A” Safety Rating.

• PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center’s Heart and Vascular Center is an Accredited non-invasive vascular and echocardiography lab along with a Center of Excellence for Atrial Fibrillation; accredited with Cardiac Nuclear stress testing by Intersocietal Accreditation Commission.

• Our Stroke Program has Level II Stroke Center certification and is the recipient of the American Heart Association’s 2020 Get With it Guidelines® --Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Aware and Target: Stroke Elite Honor Roll recognition for high standard of stroke care

• Our Cardiopulmonary Rehab unit is accredited by the American Association of Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Rehabilitation and has Level 1 STEMI certification.

• PeaceHealth was named one of America's Greatest Workplaces in 2023 by Newsweek and is among Newsweek's "America's Greatest Workplaces for Job Starters 2024"! Be a part of our mission-driven culture where values guide every decision, creating a truly purposeful workplace.

Details about the position:

• Works within the scope of the Electrophysiology Technologist to provide individualized, safe and efficient patient care using imaging modalities. Works collaboratively with all other healthcare team members toward the best outcomes for the patient and the organization. Performs invasive procedures in concert with a cardiologist or a radiologist. Applies principles of radiation protection; exercises professional judgement in the performance of procedures; provides patient care essential to procedures; recognizes patient conditions, takes immediate action and initiates life support measures; maintains knowledge current with developing required technology.

• Assess and implement patient care within scope of education and/or licensure in concert with Cardiologist or Radiologist.

• Provide direct patient care. Performs related radiographic/fluoroscopic imaging techniques to demonstrate catheter location, position and document findings.

• Assists the physician to position, manipulate and prepare catheters and guide wires prior to and during the procedures.

• Document patient care in health record according to department standards.

• Prepares and maintains sterile field, monitors and records patient condition and procedures progress.

• Ensures own professional effectiveness through continued education and professional development.

What you bring:

• Accredited Cardiovascular or Radiologic Technology program required, or a combination of education and experience that provides the incumbent with the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job.

• Minimum of 2 years previous experience with clinical electrophysiology preferred.

• CVTs with only on-the-job training must have a minimum of two years of interventional cardiovascular hospital experience

• Proficiency with electrogram interpretation, programmed electrical stimulation, and intracardiac echo preferred.

• ARRT - Radiography, Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist, Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist or Certified Electrophysiology Specialist required.

• Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support through American Heart Association or American Red Cross

• Required within 6 months: Advanced Cardiac Life Support

• Must have complete understanding of vascular and related organ anatomy.

• Must be able to monitor patient blood pressure, ECG, and Pulse Oximetry using sophisticated clinical equipment.

• Must be able to perform work during periods of crisis and emergency situations. Requires after hours call duty as assigned.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

For a complete description of this position, or for questions, contact Andrea, atworek@peacehealth.org.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.

PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.

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