What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiovascular Technologist Staff EP Lab position at CaroMont Health?
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CaroMont Health is hiring a Full-Time Cardiovascular Technologist to work day shifts within our Electrophysiology Lab team at the CaroMont Regional Medical Center (Charlotte, NC Region)!
Job Summary: To perform diversified duties in the Electrophysiology Lab and Hybrid OR, assisting the electrophysiologist intra-procedurally, including preparation and positioning of patients, operation of x-ray equipment in radiological and fluoroscopic procedures, scrubbing, monitoring, and recording hemodynamic parameters according to policy. Must complete corporate and department-specific skill validations and maintain core competencies.
Core Competencies: The CVT will be competent to monitor and scrub diagnostic and interventional electrophysiology studies, ablations, device cases such as: generator changes, PPM and ICD implants including complex CRM devices, device explants, lead extraction, venogram, temporary PPM, left atrial appendage closure, and implantable loop recorders. Responsibilities may also include training new or existing employees. The CVT Staff may progress to CVT Intermediate or CVT Advanced by completing skill validations and maintaining competencies to monitor and scrub additional EP Lab procedures.
** See EP Lab Career Advancement Ladder document for additional details
Qualifications:
- Able to communicate and collaborate effectively with staff, patients, physicians, and families to achieve positive outcomes.
- BLS/ACLS certification required.
- Experience as a cardiovascular technologist in a Cardiac Cath Lab or EP Lab preferred.
- CEPS or RCES certification preferred.
- Graduate of an approved cardiovascular technology program preferred.
- Caromont Health may recognize alternative allied health credentials for applicants with experience in an EP Lab, Cardiac Cath Lab, or Interventional Radiology setting.
Applicants with 2 or more years of experience in an EP Lab may be considered for the CVT Intermediate skill level. Applicants with 3 or more years of experience in an EP Lab may be considered for the CVT Advanced skill level. Applicant must successfully complete the corresponding competency requirements and skill validations within 90 days of hire to maintain the CVT Intermediate or CVT Advanced skill level.
About CaroMont Health: CaroMont Health recognizes that caring doesn’t stop with patients. When we take good care of our employees, we empower them to take even better care of our patients. We’ve built a positive, inspiring culture with benefits that reward hard work. We are always looking to grow our team with individuals who share our commitment to extraordinary care.
At CaroMont Health, we offer:
- A professional and supportive nursing environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Mentorship and residency programs
- Competitive salary and shift differential
- Tuition reimbursement (eligibility within 90 days of hire date)
- Opportunity for certification assistance and pay
- Competitive paid time off program
- Access to Gaston College's new portable simulation lab
CaroMont Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
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