TECH - EP LAB

Job Title: Electrophysiology Technician (EP Tech)

Aiken Regional Medical Centers, located in Aiken, South Carolina, is a 273-bed acute care facility providing quality healthcare to the residents of Aiken and surrounding communities. Aiken Regional Medical Centers has been ranked a top hospital in South Carolina by the Carolina Center for Medical Excellence for its treatment of heart attack, heart failure and pneumonia. Services provided at the hospital include emergency medical care, orthopedic surgeries, maternity, and behavioral health services.

Visit us online at: https://www.aikenregional.com

Job Overview:

The Electrophysiology Technician (EP Tech) works in a specialized role within a cardiovascular team, assisting physicians and other medical professionals during electrophysiology procedures, such as catheter ablations, pacemaker insertions, and other cardiac interventions. The EP Tech is responsible for preparing patients, operating complex equipment, and ensuring the smooth running of procedures to diagnose and treat arrhythmias and other heart conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Procedure Assistance:

Assist cardiologists and electrophysiologists during electrophysiology procedures, including mapping and ablation of arrhythmias.

Help set up and operate electrophysiology lab equipment, such as electrocardiograph (ECG) machines, mapping systems, and radiofrequency generators.

1. Patient Preparation:

Prepare patients for procedures by explaining the process, positioning them, and ensuring they are comfortable.

Monitor patients' vitals before, during, and after procedures.

Administer medication as directed by the physician.

1. Monitoring and Documentation:

Monitor and record patient data, including heart rhythms, oxygen levels, and vital signs, during procedures.

Document procedural details and patient status for record-keeping and follow-up.

1. Technical Expertise:

Operate complex cardiac equipment such as electrophysiology mapping systems, fluoroscopy, and defibrillators.

Maintain equipment and ensure that it is in proper working order.

1. Post-Procedure Care:

Provide care instructions to patients following procedures.

Assist in transporting patients' post-procedure and help with recovery monitoring.

1. Collaboration:

Work closely with other healthcare providers, including nurses, doctors, and medical staff, to ensure optimal patient care.

Participate in training and education regarding new equipment and techniques.

1. Sterilization and Safety:

Follow infection control protocols and maintain a sterile environment during procedures.

Ensure safety measures are adhered to in accordance with hospital or clinic standards.

About Universal Health Service

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $13.4 billion in 2022. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 94,000 employees continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications:

Education:

Associate's degree or certification in cardiovascular technology, electrophysiology, or related field.

Certification as an Electrophysiology Technician (e.g., CCT or RCES)

Experience:

Previous experience in an electrophysiology lab.

Skills:

In-depth knowledge of electrophysiology procedures and equipment.

Strong technical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Work Environment:

Hospitals or specialized cardiac centers electrophysiology lab.

The work schedule includes day/evenings.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand for long periods.

Capability to lift and move patients and equipment.

Comfortable working in a clinical environment with exposure to radiation (fluoroscopy).

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.

If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.