Cardiac Sonographer II (RDCS) - Noninvasive Cardiology - Days

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Richmond, Virginia, is seeking a Cardiology Invasive Technologist to perform various technical skills in cardiac and vascular procedures. The role requires proficiency in angiography, patient assessment, and documentation. Candidates must have current RCIS or RCES certification, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is mandatory. Previous experience in invasive cardiology is preferred. A sign-on incentive of $20,000 is available for qualified applicants.

Qualifications

• Current RCIS or RCES certification or eligible for certification within 2 years.
• Basic Life Support (BLS for Healthcare Providers) certification.
• Previous experience required by Cardiovascular Credentialing International.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of technical skills during cardiac and vascular procedures.
• Operate technical equipment and products under supervision.
• Ensure safe and efficient exams for all patients.

Skills

Angiography

Patient assessment

Documentation

Monitoring

Education

Graduation from accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology

Job description

\*\*$20,000 sign-on incentive available for offers accepted prior to April 30, 2026. Terms and conditions apply.\*\* Job Profile Summary The Cardiology Invasive Technologist performs a wide range of technical skills which are utilized during cardiac and vascular procedures performed in the cardiac catheterization laboratory and the electrophysiology laboratory. The cardiovascular technologist is responsible for operating highly technical equipment and products under the direct supervision of a qualified licensed independent practitioner (LIP). The Technologist is proficient in all aspects of angiography, patient preparation, assessment, documentation and monitoring consistent with all policies, procedures and processes to ensure safe, efficient, and comfortable exams for all patients.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Current Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) certification by Cardiovascular Credentialing International or eligible to complete RCIS/RCES certification within 2 years from date of hire Basic Life Support (BLS for Healthcare Providers) Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current RCIS or RCES certification Basic Life Support (BLS for Healthcare Providers) Experience REQUIRED: Previous experience as required by Cardiovascular Credentialing International Experience PREFERRED: One (1) year of previous invasive cardiology experience PALS and ACLS certification Education/training REQUIRED: Graduation from programmatically accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology or electrophysiology or education, training and/or experience that satisfies the eligibility requirement for the Cardiovascular Credentialing International certification of RCIS or RCES Education/training PREFERRED: N/A Independent action(s) required: Able to perform in the scrub and monitor roles during diagnostic and interventional procedures performed in the cardiac catheterization or electrophysiology lab.EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.