**Thank you for considering a career at** **Roper St. Francis Healthcare!** **Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 40 **Work Shift:** Days (United States of America) **Shift Hours:** Four 10s per week, 7:00am - 5:30pm. Rotating day off during the week. **Job Summary:** The EP RN/Cardiac EP Tech is responsible for assisting with all procedures performed in the EP. This position must be competent in the use of the EP monitoring/stimulation system; Intra cardiac Echo and 3D mapping systems. This position must also be competent in sterile technique and will assist the Physician with the implantation of Permanent Pacemakers, ICD’s and Bi-V-ICD’s. The position must demonstrate a high degree of understanding of the interpretation of cardiac arrhythmias and all invasive EP procedures and must be competent in the operation and troubleshooting of the X-ray system. The Cardiac EP Tech will assist in the cleaning and restocking of the lab as needed. **Minimum Qualifications:** **EP RN -** **Education:** •Associate of Nursing, nursing (required) OR •Diploma in Nursing (required) •Bachelors of Science, nursing (preferred) **EP RN - Licensure/** **Certification:** •BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH) •Valid nursing license from the state of practice (required) **Cardiac EP Tech -** **Education and Experience:** **Must meet one of the following educational requirements:** Graduate from accredited school of Radiologic Technology with six months of Cath Lab, EP Lab, or Critical Care experience; or high school graduate with 2 years Cath Lab, EP lab, or Critical Care experience; or Current RCIS or RCES active status or equivalent in health-related field preferred. **Cardiac EP Tech -** **Licensure/Certification:** If Radiology Technician, must be ARRT certified. RCIS or RCES credential preferred. Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card. **Cardiac EP Tech -** **Primary Source Verification (if applicable):** • Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist Registration with SC Board of Medical Examiners - https://verify.llronline.com/LicLookup/Med/Med.aspx?div=16; and • CCI credential- http://www.cci-online.org/content/credential-verification; and • RTs only - ARRT- https://www.arrt.org/ **Knowledge/Skills:** Demonstrates a high degree of understanding of the interpretation of cardiac arrhythmia’s, patient parameters, and the management of cardiac complications. Demonstrates an understanding of all invasive EP procedures, the equipment and supplies needed for each procedure, and the indications for performing each procedure. Demonstrates an understanding of all device implantation procedures, the equipment and supplies needed for each procedure using appropriate sterile technique. **Other:** Improves quality by monitoring the performance of EP procedures, offering suggestions for improvement, and taking actions to meet customer needs, and assuring work is performed consistent to quality standards. Communicates in a clear and effective manner to physician, staff and patients. Responds in a calm and efficient manner to all emergency situations that may arise in the EP lab. Respects the confidential nature of all aspects of patient care and business issues as outlined in hospital policies. Displays professional behavior at all times in the work place. Adheres to safety standards, policies and procedures. Accepts responsibility for the continuous improvement of work place safety by reporting unsafe conditions and suggesting improvements. Understands that patients may be apprehensive or fearful of invasive EP procedures and uses education and empathy to alleviate or reduce apprehension and fear. **Contacts:** Cardiologists, Electrophysiologists, patients, family members, physician office staff, and internal team members Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with: + Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans + Prescription drug coverage + Flexible spending accounts + Life insurance w/AD&D + Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible + Paid time off + Educational Assistance + And much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status. **Department:** Cardiac Catheterization and Electrophysiology (EP) Lab - Roper Hospital _It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at_ _recruitment@RSFH.com_ _._