Cardiac Sonographer II - Noninvasive Cardiology - Days

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on incentive available for offers accepted prior to May 31, 2026

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking a Cardiology Invasive Technologist in Richmond, Virginia. The role involves performing various technical skills in cardiac and vascular procedures within the catheterization and electrophysiology laboratories. Candidates must have a current RCIS or RCES certification and BLS certification, with a preference for those having PALS and ACLS certifications. A background in invasive cardiology technology is essential. Competitive incentives offered for early acceptance.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS for Healthcare Providers) certification required.
• Graduation from an accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology or electrophysiology.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Angiography

Patient preparation and monitoring

Operating technical equipment

Documentation

Education

Programmatically accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology

Job description

\*\*$20,000 sign-on incentive available for offers accepted prior to May 31, 2026. Terms and conditions apply.\*\* 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 RCESEEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.