Electrophysiology Technician, Full-Time Days

Be a part of a world-class academic health-care system at UChicago Medicine as a Electrophysiology Technician in the Proc- Electrophysiology Department.

The Electrophysiology Technician works under the immediate direction of an attending physician; assists in diagnosis and treatment of cardiac diseases in the Cath/Electrophysiology labs.  Specialties include advanced electrophysiology device placement/implantation, ablations (including 3 dimensional mapping of complex arrhythmias), cardiac event monitoring, and cardioversion.  Operates physiologic and radiographic equipment while working in an invasive procedure area.  Collaborates with all disciplines for well-coordinated care.  Prepares patient for the procedure by performing assigned tasks (i.e. scrub, recording, circulating).  Assists with other activities that will facilitate effective/efficient use of the resources in the pre and post-procedure phases.

Essential Job Functions

• Surgical Assist: assist Cardiac Electrophysiologist in the performance of invasive surgical procedures related to intra-cardiac defibrillators and pacemakers, sets up sterile table, assist in the application of sterile drapes, hands sterile instruments and sutures to the physician during the procedure and performs after-care of surgical instruments.
• The surgical assistant provides aid in exposure, hemostasis, and other intraoperative technical functions that will assist the surgeon to carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. 
• Cardiac Device Specialist: tech I begin attending training and shadowing Tech II on device programming and interrogation, tech I is not expected to perform such interrogations independently but must begin developing the knowledge base to perform as a Tech II.
• EP Lab Specialist: assist Cardiac Electrophysiologist by setting up and operating specialized equipment to include:  a physiological data recording system and related computers, programmable stimulators, and various generators (e.g., cryo-ablation, RF, and microwave ablation) for ablation procedures. 
• In addition, the EP Lab Specialist analyzes electrocardiograph data, perform program stimulation of the heart, induce and terminate cardiac arrhythmia by overdrive pacing or DC cardio version, apply energy to catheters for purposes of arrhythmia ablation.
• EP Cardiac Mapping Specialist: Tech I should understand the functionality and the application use of the 3D mapping systems however is not expected to assist the Cardiac Electrophysiologist in the creation of 3D maps
• Radiological Assist: assist EP Physician with acquiring radiological images to ensure proper placement of catheters, devices and leads
• Cardiac Sonographer: Tech I is expected to assist with the set up of the Ultrasound equipment utilized by the EP Physicians
• Cardiac Catheterization Specialist: Tech I should begin to develop familiarity and knowledge on IABP placement and operation, power injector, temporary pacer and balloon catheter placement and recording of hemodynamic pressures
• Performs other duties as assigned

 Required Qualifications

• Three or more years of full-time experience in cardiovascular medicine.
•  Proven visual acuity, manual dexterity and accuracy required.
• Thorough knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system.
• Demonstrates independent judgement in the management and utilization of specialized EP equipment.
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). 

Preferred Qualifications

• One to Two years of experience in an invasive cardiac procedure (Catheterization or Electrophysiology ) laboratory
• RCES 

 Position Details

• Job Type/FTE: Full-time (1.0); 10-hour shifts
• Shift: Days
• Unit/Department: Proc- Electrophysiology- Hyde Park 
• CBA Code: Non-Union
• No Visa Sponsorship Available

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Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.