Cardio Vascular Invasive Specialist, RCIS, or Radiologic Tech

RWJBarnabas Health

Communipaw (NJ)

On-site

USD 59,000 - 77,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & AD&D Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Cardio Invasive Specialist in Jersey City to support the Cardiac Catheter Lab. The role focuses on high-quality diagnostic and interventional care, patient comfort, and teamwork in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The candidate will have at least 2 years of clinical experience, an RCIS or Radiology license, and BLS certification. This is a full-time, day-shift position with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

Graduate from an accredited Cardiovascular Technology program.
Minimum of 2 years clinical experience.
Current RCIS certification or Radiology license.
BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

Mark images accurately for identification.
Ensure patient comfort and safety during procedures.
Explain procedures and assist transfers to examination tables.
Monitor equipment and report malfunctions to supervisor.
Manage imaging data and post-processing of images.
Support pre/scrub and circulating roles in the lab.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Patient safety

Education

Accredited Cardiovascular Technology program

RCIS certification or Radiology license

BLS certification

Tools

GE hemodynamic monitoring system

Information system

Imaging equipment

Job description

Cardio Vascular Invasive Specialist, RCIS, or Radiologic Tech

Req #: 0000259165

Category: Radiology / Imaging / Radiation

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Jersey City Medical Center

Department: Cardiac Catheter Lab

Pay Range: $43.20 - $55.99 per hour

Location: 355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302

Job Title: Cardio Invasive Specialist

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Cardiac Catheter Lab

Req #: 0000259165

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $43.20 - $55.99 per hour

Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

At RWJBarnabas Health, Cardiac Invasive Specialists become part of a purpose-driven environment where teamwork, precision, and compassionate care come together to support exceptional patient outcomes. This Cardiac Invasive Specialist role offers opportunities for professional growth, supportive collaboration, and a culture committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. As a Cardiac Invasive Specialist, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality diagnostic and interventional care while ensuring patients feel informed, comfortable, and cared for throughout their experience. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every Cardiac Invasive Specialist is encouraged to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact.

A typical day for a Cardio Invasive Specialist may include:

Correctly marks images ensuring accuracy of image identification.
Ensures patient comfort, physical and mental well being during the procedure
Explains procedures, keeps patient informed of progress and assists patients in transferring onto/off examination table for procedures.
Observes equipment for proper functioning and reports malfunctions to supervisor.
Performs Daily Xray checks as assigned.
Properly uses the Information System to arrive, change if necessary and complete cases.
Utilizes equipment to perform post processing of images.
Acts as preceptor/trainer as needed for new technology and procedures. Serves as resource person for all disciplines.
Assists with prompt room turnover.
Assures all data required for study is obtained, accurate, and valid. Recognizes normal and reports abnormal hemodynamic values and waveforms.
Demonstrates flexibility in response to unexpected changes in work volume, emergencies, staffing and schedule changes.
Functions as a team member in the cardiac catheterization lab as pre/scrub and circulating assistant, operating information system.
Maintains stock level through inventory control and reports to supervisor when ordering is necessary.
Maintains an understanding and working knowledge of monitoring equipment, information system, and emergency equipment. Reports problems promptly to supervisor. Notifies biomed, engineering or helpdesk as appropriate.
Maintains an understanding and working knowledge of department specific equipment & information system. Functions as resource person.
Manage GE hemodynamic monitoring system, acts as preceptor and super-user. Appropriately manages placing service call and follow up with service team. Manages changing & storage of optical disks.
Monitors cardiovascular & hemodynamic patient status during Cardiac Catheterization Lab procedures; monitors status of EKG, BP and respiratory and informs appropriate disciplines; documents status congruently with nursing staff.
Prepares patients in a timely fashion for various procedures and accep sites.
Provides instructions for patients, including pre-, post and follow-up procedures.

This role might be for you if:

Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
Attention to detail and technical precision guide your work every day
You remain calm and adaptable while managing a fast-paced clinical environment
Patient safety and delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging are your top priorities
You enjoy working collaboratively with providers and interdisciplinary care teams
Continuous learning and professional growth motivate you
Creating a positive, reassuring patient experience is central to your approach

To be considered for this Cardiac Invasive Specialist opportunity, you must:

Graduate from an accredited Cardiovascular Technology program
Minimum of 2 years clinical experience
Current RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) certification or Radiology license
BLS certification required (American Heart Association)

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.