Senior Electrophysiology Technician (EP Lead)

About the job

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview:

Sentara Heart Hospital part of Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring a Senior Electrophysiology Specialist for a Full Time, Day shift in Norfolk, VA!

Hours: Full Time, Day shift- start time is 630a

Call: Minimal call for Holiday coverage.

Department Overview:

Our Cardiac Cath/EP department operates with high efficiency and specialized capabilities, maintaining five state-of-the-art catheterization labs and one minor procedure room. The department supports a wide range of services, including diagnostic catheterizations, coronary interventions, and complex structural heart procedures such as TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement), MitraClip implantation, transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE), and loop recorder implantations. Most procedures are performed under moderate sedation, with full anesthesia support and resources dedicated to both routine and advanced cases.

On average, each Cath lab manages approximately seven cases per day. Electrophysiology (EP) services are delivered through four dedicated labs, performing about four to five cases per lab daily and include advanced mapping and ablation.

The department is staffed by a multidisciplinary team of approximately 80 professionals, including Cardiovascular Invasive Specialists, Registered Nurses (RNs), EP Specialists, and essential support staff. Our team benefits from extensive cross-training opportunities, allowing staff to develop proficiency in across roles, as well as across different departmental functions. This collaborative and flexible approach is ideal for individuals seeking to broaden their skill set and expand their experience in the cardiovascular field.

With a strong focus on teamwork, continuous learning, and professional growth, our department consistently ensures safe, high-quality patient care and smooth operations across all cardiac service lines.

A Senior Electrophysiology (EP) Technician is an advanced-level clinical professional responsible for assisting in the diagnosis and treatment of heart rhythm disorders, including arrhythmias, using specialized equipment and techniques. They work closely with electrophysiologists, cardiologists, and other healthcare providers to conduct a range of procedures, such as catheter ablations, pacemaker and defibrillator implants, and electrophysiology studies.

Serves as a senior expert in the utilization of specialized equipment and under the supervision of a qualified physician and assists in the performance of cardiac and vascular procedures. Resulting in an accurate diagnosis and/or optimal treatment to maintain patient safety and comfort. The lead tech is responsible for the coordination of daily operations in the Heart and Vascular Center. Contributes to the success of the hospital through achievement of system, hospitals, and divisional goals. He or she provides leadership and administers human resource policies and practices in a multi skilled, multi-functional environment. Trade school graduate, Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist and, or Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification not required for hire but must acquire within 90 days.If Registered Nurse, valid RN license in state of practice required

Education:

• High School Grad or Equivalent (required)
• Trade School Graduate (required)

Certification/Licensure

• RCIS or RCES (required)
• BLS (required within 90 days)
• ACLS (required within 90 days)
• If a Registered Nurse, RN License must be valid

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of related experience (required)
• Supervisory experience preferred
• EP Lab Experience Preferred

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We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $48.63 - $69.78 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.

Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans

• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000

• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

• Emergency Backup Care

• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans

• Life Insurance

• 401k/403B with Employer Match

• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education

• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000

•Pet Insurance •Legal Resources Plan •Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Here at Sentara, we are committed to consistently enhancing our training, advancement tracks, work-life benefits, and more. Our goal is to make you feel more excited to be here every day!

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, located in Norfolk, VA, is a 525-bed tertiary care facility that is home to the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, and also serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School.

In addition to the high-quality heart program at Sentara Heart Hospital, our facility is home to Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance and several other dedicated facilities and specialized services. As a recognized accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart and vascular, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women’s health, including a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: ****

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.