Advanced Cardiovascular Technologist - EP Lab (CVT, RCES)

Job Description

$5000 Sign-On Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine.

University of Washington Medical Center - Montlake Electrophysiology (EP) Lab has an outstanding opportunity for an ADVANCED CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGIST (CVT).

WORK SCHEDULE:

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  100% FTE, Full-time, 40-hours-per-week

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  Day Shift, Monday-Friday, 7:00am - 5:30pm, with rotating day off

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DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

Heart Institute at UW Medical Center - Montlake provides a full range of heart healthcare and prevention services.

Our services include general cardiology, cardiac diagnostic imaging tests and procedures, cardiac surgery, arrhythmia management and electrophysiology, interventional cardiology, structural heart services, advanced heart failure management, heart transplant and ventricular assist devices (VADs), adult congenital heart disease management, cardiac psychiatry, cardiovascular genetics and other advanced services.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

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  There is no "On-Call" obligation in the EP Lab; staff sign up for 'Late Stay' to ensure some predictability in completing any cases extending beyond regular operating hours

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  Our team is one of the most experienced in the country in managing the risk of complex interventions

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  We have access to the newest, least invasive therapies, unavailable at any other site in the region

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  You and our patients have to access new cardiac devices that are not yet offered to the public

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PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

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  Scrub, monitor, and circulate diagnostic and complex electrophysiology (EP) cardiology procedures

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  Case types include diagnostic EP studies, device implantations, LAOO and ablations

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  Lead extractions and device implantations

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  Participate in performance improvement and CQI activities within the department

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  Work as part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary team

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  Provide excellent communication with providers and staff about changes in the patient's condition, including hemodynamic monitoring and symptomatology

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REQUIREMENTS:

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• Associate of Arts (AA) degree from an accredited Interventional Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) Program AND registration by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) AND Licensure by the State of Washington as a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (CIS)
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  Associate of Arts (AA) degree from an accredited Radiologic Technologist Program AND Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) AND Licensure by the State of Washington as a Radiologic Technologist (RT)

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  Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

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ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE

UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit's light rail station across the street.

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ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

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Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$112,248.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$160,632.00 annual

Other Compensation:

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible employees

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU Local 925 Healthcare Prof/Lab Tech

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives - on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer ( . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law ( .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.