Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist

Job Summary

The Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist assists physicians in performing invasive cardiovascular diagnostic and interventional procedures. Responsibilities include collecting, interpreting, and processing data for cardiac and peripheral vascular-related procedures while operating and troubleshooting advanced technical equipment.

Essential Functions

• Prepare procedure trays according to the physician’s preference and sterile technique before patient arrival.
• Collaborate effectively with the lab team to coordinate daily schedules and ensure efficient workflow.
• Accurately document and charge supplies for each procedure.
• Examine requisitions for appropriate orders, ensuring correct information is recorded.
• Stay updated on supplies, equipment, and procedural processes as communicated by physicians and vendors.
• Monitor, record, and document procedural data, including pressure tracings and EKGs.
• Participate in quality control and performance improvement initiatives within the laboratory.
• Maintain a sterile surgical environment, adhering to proper sterilization and decontamination protocols.
• Collect health data and conduct ongoing patient assessments; identify and respond to patient needs.
• Prepare efficiently for subsequent procedures, minimizing turnover time in the assigned room.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Qualifications

Required:

• Education: Associate’s degree in Applied Science.
• Certifications:
  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification
  • Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Certification
  • Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) Certification

Preferred:

• Experience: 1+ years in a Cardiac Cath Laboratory; 1+ years in Electrophysiology.
• Certifications:
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
  • Cardiovascular Technician (CVT) Certificate

Physical Requirements

This position involves very heavy work, requiring the ability to exert over 25 pounds of force frequently and more than 100 pounds occasionally. Additionally, there may be exposure to radiation and infectious body substances.

Work Environment

The role requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.