8/6/2019 Cardiac Electrophysiology Technician or
Electrophysiology Techni
1/2
MIKE BLACK, CEPS, NREMTP.O. Box 160542, Sacramento, CA
95816(916) 217-1584 | [email protected]
Certified Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist with 20+ years of
experience. Proficient in management, and employee hiring and
training. Extensive knowledge incardiac and electrophysiology
medicine paired with a diligent work ethic contributes to valuable
experience in the ER, in the OR, and as an EMT. Capable of
workingwith trauma and triage patients. Highly educated
professional invested in teaching the community about medical
safety and good health. Strong understanding ofcomputers greatly
increases ability to work with technologically progressive
employers and a great management style allows for effective
executive activity.
CORE COMPETENCIESCertified EP Specialist ~ Complex Ablations ~
Advanced Troubleshooting SkillsComputer and Technology Proficiency
~ Specialized Cardiac Medicine ~ Haz-Mat Training ~ GE Prucka
System Efficiency ~ HRS/IBHRE Certification ~ Heart Rhythm Society
Member ~ Cardiovascular Counselor for the American Heart
Association ~ Certified EMT ~ SJM ESI NavX Certification ~ Acute
Patient Care ~ Trained EmergencyVehicle Driver ~ Advanced Cardiac
Life Support Certification ~ OSHA/JCAHO Compli
ant
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCESt. Jude Medical - AFIB Division,
Sacramento, CAField Clinical Engineer (NavX/ESI)
2008-PresentProvide remote and on-site support for the NavX/ESI
machines. Efficiently communicate directly with clients to ensure
proper support, maintenance, and repairs.* Responsible for the
simultaneous management of multiple machines.* Champion the
coordination of schedules with other departments and clients.
Catholic Healthcare West, Sacramento, CA
Senior Electrophysiology Technologist/ CEPS 2006-2010Actively
managed other Electrophysiology Technologists while caring for
patientsand ensuring unsurpassed care.* Maintained professional
atmosphere in order to ensure compliance and high level of delivery
to patients by staff through the utilization of effectual
managementtechniques.* Fortified team by implementing and following
important policies and procedures; reinforced and furthered
education of technical equipment.* Participated in preceptorship
class and proctored four EP techs.* Instituted processes regarding
the implementation of catheters, resulting in over $1 million saved
in company revenue.* Improved efficiency of catheter labs by
developing new inventory procedures an
d streamlining staff efforts.
Banner Good Samaritan Hospital, Phoenix, AZElectrophysiology
Technologist 2001-2005Assisted in the preparation and monitoring of
patients and in the maintenance ofhospital rooms and machines.
Performed invasive and non-invasive procedures inthe EP lab.*
Responsible for effective patient and staff interaction in 7
different cardiac cath labs by scrubbing, monitory, and panning.*
Successfully completed a variety of procedures including: IVUS,
right and left
8/6/2019 Cardiac Electrophysiology Technician or
Electrophysiology Techni
2/2
heart caths, roboblation of vessels, and PTCA.
Home-based Medical, Lewiston, IDOwner/President 1992-1997Managed
all employees while maintaining business of clients. Oversaw hiring
andtraining of staff as well as all office administration.*
Created, planned and administered business plans that led to the
successful implementation and management of home-based medical
business to assist patients and clients with personal needs.*
Directed staff for effective follow through with individual
patients and alsoactively participated in medical care on-site at
client homes.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCEBrookwood Medical Center, Birmingham,
ALElectrophysiology Technologist (Contract) 2005-2006
St. Vincent Medical Center, Los Angeles, CAElectrophysiology
Technologist (Contract) 2005
St. Joseph's Hospital & Trauma Center, Phoenix, AZEmergency
Medical Technician 1999-2001
Dependable Nurses, Inc., Phoenix, AZ
Emergency Medical Technician 1998-1999
Southwest Ambulance, Inc., Mesa, AZEmergency Medical Technician
1997-1999
EDUCATIONEnsite NavX 3-D Mapping Training, 2008St. Jude Medical,
Minneapolis, MN
Carto XP 3-D Mapping Training, 2007Biosense Webster, Cincinnati,
OH
Advanced Interactive Ablation Workshop, 2006Biosense Webster,
Cincinnati, OH
EMT Refresher Course, 2005Phoenix Community College, Phoenix,
AZ
Emergency Cardiac Care, Pharmacology, 12 Lead EKG, ACLS,
1999Glendale Community College, Glendale, AZ
Emergency Medical Technician Certification, 1995Walla Walla
Community College, Clarkston, WA
ADDITIONAL TRAININGElectrophysiology Symposium, Sacramento, CA
2007, 2008, 2009, 2010Cardiac Arrhythmias: Electrophysiology, San
Francisco, CA 2006Concepts & Controversies in Cardiology,
Sacramento, CA 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010Southwest Cardiology
Symposium, Cardiovascular Society of Arizona, 2004Cardiac Care
Conference, Gateway Community College, 2002, 2003Certified Wildland
Firefighter, 2001
