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Schedule

Part Time, Day Shift (32 hours biweekly)

Hours: Day Shift, 8 or 10 hours shifts

General Summary

Provides technical support and assistance to the physician during Electrophysiology procedures. Performs scrub, hemodynamic monitoring, stimming, and circulating with all Electrophysiology procedures using clinical knowledge, technical skills, and professional judgement in accordance with professional and departmental standards and protocols. Provides care, assessment prior, during and post-procedural instruction to patients. Prepares and maintains all pertinent information related to procedures.

Essential Functions:

+ Demonstrates proficiency in relevant radiation safety.

+ Monitors and assess clinical status of patient.

+ Monitors and manages cardiovascular hemodynamics.

+ Practices within the scope of Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) protocols when administering emergency care.

+ Advises patient care team and cares for patients appropriately.

+ Demonstrates proficiency with the setup and operation of all equipment associated with cardiac electrophysiology procedures.

+ Demonstrates a thorough understanding and working knowledge of normal and abnormal anatomy, physiology, radiation safety, interventional supplies and equipment operation.

+ Recognizes and resolves equipment problems and discrepancies.

+ Anticipates patient needs and concerns and communicates the appropriate care needed.

+ Demonstrates professional judgement and critical thinking.

+ Scrubs in and assists physicians with procedures when necessary.

+ Circulates within procedure room and procures equipment required for any given procedure.

+ Operates the cardiac stimulator proficiently and independently for ablation procedures.

+ Assumes late call responsibilities as required.

+ Follows radiation safety policies as dictated by the NRC and York Hospital's Radiation Safety Committee.

+ Properly handles and processes electronic record data and images in each respective system.

+ Performs tasks and duties in the prep and recovery areas of the department.

+ Attains Registered Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) certification within 3 year of hire date.

Common Expectations:

+ Demonstrates knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population.

+ Assess and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment.

+ Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).

+ Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.

+ Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards.

+ Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.

+ Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

+ Certificate Program Certificate program in a health science (includes, but not limited to, cardiovascular technology, radiologic technology, Licensed Practical Nurse or Nurse.) Required or

+ Associates Degree Degree granting program in a health science (includes, but not limited to, cardiovascular technology, radiologic technology, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Nurse.) Required

Work Experience:

+ Less than 1 year Relevant experience. Preferred and

+ 1 year Electrophysiology and/or Cath Lab experience or graduate of an accredited school of Cardiovascular Technology. Preferred

Licenses:

+ Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist within 2 years Required or

+ Registered Cardiac Invasive Specialist within 2 years Required or

+ Registered Technologist-Radiography - ARRT within 2 years Required and

+ Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required and

+ Advanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire Required

Courses and Training:

+ Degree from an accredited school of Cardiac Electrophysiology. Upon Hire Preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

+ Ability to function as a team member.

+ Excellent interpersonal skills.

+ Ability to demonstrate the principles of surgical asepsis.

+ Understands cardiovascular pathophysiology.

+ Ability to read and interpret 12 lead EKG.

+ Ability to identify and manage lethal arrhythmias 100% of the time.

Benefits Offered:

+ Comprehensive health benefits

+ Flexible spending and health savings accounts

+ Retirement savings plan

+ Paid time off (PTO)

+ Short-term disability

+ Educational assistance

+ Financial education and support, including DailyPay

+ Wellness and Wellbeing programs

+ Caregiver support via Weallthy

+ Childcare referral service via Wellthy

WellSpan Health's vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region's largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.

WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital

One of eight premier hospitals in the WellSpan system, WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital offers a full range of leading-edge inpatient, outpatient and emergent care services. The hospital is noted for its distinct ability to combine state-of-the-art medical technology with quality, compassionate care to meet the needs of the more than 550,000 residents of northern Lancaster County and the surrounding area. As a full-service, non-profit acute-care hospital, with a 141 licensed bed capacity, WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital admits approximately 5,500 patients annually. Nearby WellSpan Ephrata Cancer Center supports the hospital as part of WellSpan's regional network of five cancer centers. WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital was one of several WellSpan Health hospitals honored by U.S. News & World Report with the High Performing recognition for 2022-23.

Quality of Life

Lancaster City was the capital of Pennsylvania from 1799 to 1812. Today, Lancaster County includes a vibrant downtown business district, desirable suburban neighborhoods and sprawling agricultural farms. Life in Lancaster County offers affordable housing, options for higher education, a thriving arts and cultural community, historical attractions, parks and recreational resources, an independent professional baseball team, fine dining and more. When visiting Lancaster, one can't help but recognizing the influence of the Pennsylvania Dutch - farm-to-table and beyond.

Conveniently located in Central Pennsylvania, Lancaster is within an easy commute to major cities and has ready access to public transportation. Residents can find local employment in healthcare, tourism, public administration, manufacturing and both professional and semiprofessional services. (Patient population: 535,000)

WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.