Radiologic Technologist - Cardiac Electrophysiology (Training Provided) - Sign On Bonus Eligible
Company: Tufts Medical Center
Location: Boston
Posted on: March 11, 2026
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Job Description:
Radiologic Technologist - Cardiac EP Lab - *Willing to train
Rotating hours: 6:00 am - 4:30 pm 6:00 am- 5:30 pm 9:00 am -7:30 pm
Job Profile Summary This role focuses on providing medical and
clinical support services to patients. In addition, this role
focuses on performing the following Cardiology related duties:
Evaluates physical conditions related to blood flow and pressure in
the coronary arteries and heart chambers by utilizing specialized
imaging and other diagnostic techniques. A clinical technologist
role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a
combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This
role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or
scientific/laboratory jobs. An entry-level role typically requiring
little to no prior knowledge or experience and requiring vocational
or technical education. Work is routine or follows standard
procedures, is closely supervised, and communicates information
that requires little explanation or interpretation. Job Overview
This position plays a crucial role in delivering quality patient
care by assisting in electrophysiology procedures. Collaborating
with other members of the care team, this role is responsible for
promoting the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of
the Cardiac Arrhythmia Center. Team members display high level
abilities and advanced clinical practice while maintaining a
willingness to learn and grow in the rapidly changing world of
electrophysiology. Job Description Minimum Qualifications: 1.
Degree from an accredited school of Radiologic technologist with
Radiology Technologist (RT) Certification. 2. Basic Life Support
(BLS) Certification. Preferred Qualifications: 3. Radiologic
Technologist state license or license eligible. Duties and
Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are
intended to describe the general nature of work and are not
intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and
responsibilities may be assigned. 1. Prepares the EP Lab for
procedures, including setting up the sterile procedure table and
ensuring all necessary supplies and apparel are available. 2.
Assists in clean up and turnover of room in preparation for
following procedure. 3. Assists preparing patient for
electrophysiology procedures, including prepping access site(s) and
properly draping patient in the fashion that corresponds to the
procedure, while maintaining standards of sterility. 4. Sets up,
operates, and troubleshoots and maintains Electrophysiology
equipment, ensuring their proper functioning during procedures. 5.
Among the expected skills to perform these duties: - Hemodynamic
monitoring - Scrubbing, prepping and draping for cardiac devices
and ablations - Mapping system and ablation set up - Operating the
recording system and stimulator - Baseline intracardiac
measurements - Pacing from different catheters for the purpose of
checking thresholds - Burst pacing for arrhythmia induction -
Assessing for pulmonary vein isolation - Pacing for phrenic nerve
capture - Assessing for bidirectional block across flutter lines -
Pacing for the purpose of entrainment and measurement of post
pacing intervals - Basics of assessing for dual AV nodal physiology
and preexcitation - Measurement of QRS duration and left
ventricular activation times for physiologic/conduction system
pacing - Understanding of basics of pacemaker and ICD programmers -
Assessment of lead parameters (sensing, impedance and threshold) 6.
Accurately documents procedure charges, supply charges, fluoroscopy
time and radiation dose, and contrast dosage. 7. Collaborates with
the healthcare team to maintain a sterile environment within the EP
lab, adhering to infection control protocols. 8. Ensures proper
radiation safety protocols are followed, including use of lead
aprons and shielding to minimize radiation exposure to patients,
staff, and oneself. 9. Responsible for notifying physician of
elevated radiation doses during procedures. 10. Participates in
quality assurance initiatives to improve the efficiency and safety
of EP procedures. 11. Assists in managing supplies and equipment
within the EP lab, ensuring all necessary items are readily
available. 12. Participates in the orientation and training of new
staff members and collaborate effectively with cardiologists,
nurses, and other healthcare professionals. 13. Prepares to respond
to emergencies and provide immediate assistance during
complications or adverse events, including cardiopulmonary
resuscitation (CPR), cardiac defibrillation, and artificial
respiration. Physical Requirements: 1. Ability to work within the
semi-restricted and restricted environment of the Operating Room
and other Perioperative support areas. 2. Stands under hot surgical
lights for prolonged periods of time. 3. Possibility of muscle
strain from lifting patients and heavy equipment, shocks and burns
from cautery units and autoclaves. 4. Frequent exposure to
hazardous chemicals, blood and bodily fluids, extreme noise levels,
radiation, lasers, drastic fluctuations in ambient temperature,
etc. 5. Ability to wear a protective lead apron for extended
periods of time and exposure to radioactivity, harmful anesthesia
gases and septic infections. 6. Requires frequent lifting and
positioning of patients, materials, equipment, power tools,
instruments, etc. 7. Frequent contacts with patients, physicians
and nursing staff in Operating Room. 8. Possibility of cuts from
sharp instruments. Skills & Abilities: 1. Willingness to
participate in late shift rotations as required. 2. Ability to
perform effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environments. 3.
Attention to detail and unwavering commitment to patient safety. 4.
Knowledge of EP procedures, including structural heart procedures,
and equipment operation strongly preferred. 5. Exceptional
interpersonal and communication skills. At Tufts Medicine, we want
every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they
bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair,
competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly
talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do
every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications
for the role. Individual offers are determined using a
comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience,
certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure
compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business
goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive
Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial
security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you
so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. Pay Range: $40.00
- $43.49
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