Electrophysiology Technician

Join Our Team as an Electrophysiology Technician at Novant Health

Position: Electrophysiology (EP) Technician

Location: Cardiology Clinic, Winston-Salem NC

Employment Type: Full Time, 40 hours per week, 8am-5pm

Are you passionate about advancing heart health through cutting-edge technology? Novant Health is seeking a dedicated Electrophysiology (EP) Technician to join our dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment in a collaborative environment, directly impacting patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advanced analysis of pacemaker, defibrillator (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization (CRT) devices.
• Ability to perform safe, efficient programming of pacemakers, ICD’s and CRT devices.
• Communicate and document appropriately any device dysfunction in a timely or urgent manner, as the case may be require.
• Follow up each incident to make sure it is addressed by a provider in an appropriate time frame.
• Process and analyze web-based device checks (primary responsibility) and pacemaker telephone device checks (back up responsibility) in accordance with NHHVI policies.
• Maintain device data bases (Pacemaker, Carelink, Merlin, Latitude and others).
• Instruct patients and provide tech support related to remote device follow up. Maintain supplies in the work area and keep waste of supplies to a minimum. Act as a preceptor for newly hired staff.

Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited cardiovascular technology program or equivalent exp.
• One year experience working in a cardiac office or hospital setting, Required.
• Certification in electrophysiology or related field preferred.
• CCT or CRAT obtained in 1 yr of start date, Required.
• Strong understanding of cardiac anatomy and electrophysiology.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Why Novant Health?

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
  • Employee wellness programs
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care.

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Experience: One year of experience working in a cardiac office or hospital setting, required.
  
• Licensure/Certification: CCT, CRAT or CCDS required within 1 year of start date, required.
• Additional Skills (required): Basic knowledge of pacemaker/defibrillator function. Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology as it relates to cardiology. Basic computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets.
• Additional Skills (preferred): International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners Cardiac Device Certification preferred, strongly encouraged. Basic knowledge of holter/event recorders. Electronic medical records experience, particularly with EPIC.