Cardiac EP Radiologic Technologist - Full Time
The Cardiac EP Radiologic Technologist at Confidential Client supports advanced cardiac electrophysiology procedures by preparing the EP lab, assisting in patient preparation, operating specialized equipment, and ensuring safety protocols. This role collaborates closely with healthcare teams in a fast-paced, specialized environment to deliver high-quality care for patients with complex heart rhythm disorders, emphasizing patient safety and continuous professional growth.
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Position Overview
The confidential client is seeking a Cardiac EP Radiologic Technologist to support electrophysiology (EP) procedures in a high-acuity academic medical center in Boston, MA. This is a full-time role working 4x10 schedules with start times between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Some shifts may extend into the evening (coverage up to ~7:30 PM). No weekends, on-call, holiday, or overnight requirements for this schedule.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare the EP lab and sterile fields for electrophysiology procedures and device implants.
- Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain EP equipment, mapping systems, stimulators, and recording systems.
- Assist with patient preparation, including prepping access sites and maintaining sterility during procedures.
- Monitor hemodynamics and obtain baseline intracardiac measurements.
- Pace from catheters, perform burst pacing for arrhythmia induction, and assist with pacing maneuvers (including phrenic nerve capture, entrainment, and post-pacing interval measurement).
- Support mapping, ablation setup, and assessment for pulmonary vein isolation and bidirectional block across flutter lines.
- Assist with pacemaker/ICD programmers and assess lead parameters (sensing, impedance, thresholds).
- Document procedure and supply charges, fluoroscopy time, radiation dose, and contrast usage accurately.
- Maintain radiation safety protocols and notify physicians of elevated radiation doses.
- Participate in quality assurance, supply/equipment inventory, and turnover to maximize OR/EP lab efficiency.
- Participate in orientation and training of new staff and respond to emergencies as needed (CPR/defibrillation).
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree OR completion of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program with RT certification.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Ability to work in semi-restricted and restricted perioperative environments and to wear protective lead aprons.
Preferred Qualifications
- Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) certification.
- Prior EP lab, cath lab, or cardiac device experience preferred.
- Familiarity with mapping/ablation systems and pacemaker/ICD programmers.
Schedule & Compensation
- Employment type: Full-time (4x10 schedule).
- Shift times: Start between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM; some shifts extend to ~7:30 PM.
- Pay range (hourly): $37.18 - $47.41 (based on full-time equivalent).
- Sign-on bonus: $10,000 for eligible external new hires.
Benefits & Professional Development
- Benefits available starting Day 1 (medical, dental, vision).
- Generous PTO package.
- Retirement match with immediate vesting.
- Career advancement pathways (e.g., Tech II / Tech III).
- On-site or nearby parking and shuttle options (where available).
- Work alongside specialized teams and access to advanced imaging and complex cases.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Prolonged standing under surgical lights; frequent lifting and positioning of patients and equipment.
- Frequent exposure to blood/bodily fluids, hazardous chemicals, radiation, lasers, and variable temperatures.
- Ability to wear lead aprons for extended periods; potential for cuts and burns from surgical instruments.
- Must be able to perform effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced clinical settings.
Skills & Abilities
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to collaborate with cardiologists, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Willingness to participate in late-shift rotations if required.
- Ability to learn and apply EP-specific procedures and equipment quickly.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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