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ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification within 6 months - American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) within 2 years of hire - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI); Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body. + A bachelor’s degree in a health care related field will be accepted for this role in lieu of the specialty training degree, healthcare experience is preferred but not required if candidate has a healthcare related bachelor's degree.

Job Summary Performs the daily procedures in the electrophysiology laboratory including catheter ablations, pacemaker and defibrillator implants/removals/upgrades, tilt table tests, direct current cardioversions, cardiac lead extractions, electrophysiology studies and left atrial appendage closures. Practice of sterile technique preparing for procedure including scrubbing, applying surgical gown, gloving, draping and setup of instrument table. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range in their assigned laboratory. Job Duties + Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality. + Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors while maximizing patient safety, optimizing patient care, and applying principles of ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable). + Preparing and/or administering, as applicable, medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner. + Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or transfer of data, post processing of data if applicable. + Educating and monitoring students and other health care providers. + Assisting licensed practitioner with fluoroscopic and specialized interventional cardiology procedures. + Practice of sterile technique preparing for procedure including scrubbing, applying surgical gown, gloving, draping and setup of instrument table. + Maintains and troubleshoots electrophysiology laboratory equipment to assure operability and safety; calibrates equipment and performs routine preventative maintenance procedures. + Maintaining intra-arterial access as prescribed by a licensed practitioner. + Panning the procedure table during image production. + Performing manual hemostasis during and after procedure + Operates and ensures the quality control of devices, electrocardiogram monitoring equipment/cardiac stimulator, oxygen consumption equipment, and blood analysis equipment. + Maintaining and removing peripherally inserted central catheters as prescribed by a licensed practitioner. + Initiates ACLS protocols as required for cardiac roles. + Participates, as necessary, with ongoing clinical research trials pertinent to the electrophysiology laboratory. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position. Position Details Hiring Incentive: This position qualifies for a $12,000 sign-on bonus paid over two years. Certain stipulations do apply.Position Requirements: + An associate’s degree in a healthcare related field will be accepted for this role in lieu of the specialty training program, but the candidate is required to have at least two years of healthcare experience in addition to their associate's degree. + A bachelor’s degree in a health care related field will be accepted for this role in lieu of the specialty training degree, healthcare experience is preferred but not required if candidate has a healthcare related bachelor's degree. + Applicants who hold the ARRT certification as a Radiology Tech are required to maintain the ARRT certification. Benefits of working at Geisinger: + Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one + Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents + Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) + Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage + 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions + Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly + Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year + MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive + Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones + Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more. + Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance Education Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Healthcare Related Degree (Required), Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Cardiovascular Technology (Preferred) Experience Minimum of 1 year-Healthcare (Preferred) Certification(s) and License(s) ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification within 6 months - American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) within 2 years of hire - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI); Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.

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Geisinger

Electrophysiology Technologist

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Analysis Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Cardiac Monitoring

Cardiology

Cardiovascular

Catheterization

Catheterization Laboratory

Clinical Research

Data Processing

Data Storage

Defibrillator

Electrocardiogram

Health Plan

Healthcare

Healthcare Providers

Hemostasis

Identify Issues

Implants

Laboratory Equipment

Laboratory Techniques

Legal

Medications

Pacemaker

Patient Care

Patient Safety

Prescription Drugs

Preventative Maintenance

Psychiatry and Mental Health

Quality Control

Radiology

Training Program

Geisinger Health System

Assists the physician with adult and pediatric cardiac catheterizations including but not limited to the following procedures and techniques: myocardial biopsy, transluminal coronary angioplasty and stenting, rotational atherectomy, temporary pacemaker insertion, pericardiocentesis, Swan-Ganz catheter insertion, cardiac assist device insertion, percutaneous valvuloplasty, percutaneous valve implantation, peripheral vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures. Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification within 6 months - American Heart Association (AHA); Certified Radiology Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) within 2 years - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).

Job Summary Provides technical assistance to performing physician during diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterizations, structural heart procedures, and other related procedures. Responsible for direct care of patient during procedure as well as management of hemostasis post procedure. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range in their assigned laboratory. Job Duties + Assists the physician with adult and pediatric cardiac catheterizations including but not limited to the following procedures and techniques: myocardial biopsy, transluminal coronary angioplasty and stenting, rotational atherectomy, temporary pacemaker insertion, pericardiocentesis, Swan-Ganz catheter insertion, cardiac assist device insertion, percutaneous valvuloplasty, percutaneous valve implantation, peripheral vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures. + Practice of sterile technique preparing for procedure including scrubbing, applying surgical gown, gloving, draping and setup of instrument table. + Performs emergency therapeutic maneuvers during procedures. + Initiates life support techniques in the event of a cardiac and respiratory arrest including CPR, defibrillation, temporary pacemaker insertion and airway management. + Assists with ongoing clinical research trials pertinent to the cardiac catheterization laboratory. + Records, monitors, and assesses hemodynamic data collected during catheterizations. + Responsible for primary and secondary hemostasis during and after procedure. + Operates and ensures the quality control of hemodynamic recording devices, fluoroscopy and cine-angiographic x-ray equipment, oxygen consumption equipment, and blood analysis equipment. + Exhibits extensive knowledge of all related equipment within the catheterization laboratory. + Assists with the training and orientation of students, techs, cardiology fellows, and cardiac catheterization technologists new to the department. + Preparation of arterial lines. + Performs appropriate billing for services rendered or equipment used as related to cardiac catheterization. + Collection and analysis of arterial and venous blood samples including specimens sent to laboratory, blood gases, and saturations. + Participates in Joint Commission-mandated educational programs. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position. Position Details Hiring Incentive: This position qualifies for a $15,000 sign-on bonus paid over two years. Certain stipulations do apply. Benefits of working at Geisinger: + Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one + Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents + Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) + Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage + 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions + Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly + Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year + MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive + Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones + Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more. + Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance Education Graduate from Specialty Training Program- (Required), Associate's Degree-Healthcare Related Degree (Preferred) Experience Certification(s) and License(s) Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification within 6 months - American Heart Association (AHA); Certified Radiology Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) within 2 years - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.

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