Cardiovascular & Electrophysiology Specialist II - Union Cardiac Cath Lab

Hugh Chatham Health; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health and welfare benefits

Retirement plan with employer match

Educational Assistance Program

Sign-on bonus eligible

Job summary

Advocate Health is hiring for a Cardiovascular Specialist II in the Cardiac Cath Lab in Monroe, NC. The role supports interventional procedures under physician supervision, with emphasis on safety, documentation, and team collaboration.

Requirements include a relevant nursing/ allied health degree, Cardiovascular Interventional Program experience or 2+ years as a Cardiovascular Specialist, and current BLS/ACLS credentials.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing or Allied Health Technology (Radiologic, Respiratory, etc.).
• Graduate of Cardiovascular Interventional Program or minimum two years as Cardiovascular Specialist.
• Registered and certified by ARRT or licensed as RN in the state (RCIS/RCES eligibility timelines apply).
• Maintain current BLS and ACLS certification throughout employment.
• Meet complexity-based care requirements for EP/Cardiovasc roles.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates evidence-based practice and patient care for comfort and wellbeing.
• Performs or assists with treatments, therapies and procedures under physician direction.
• Administers medications under physician supervision as appropriate.
• Documents current clinical picture and records information in patient records.
• Conveys information to physicians and teammates.
• Calculates, interprets and analyzes data.
• Contributes to policy and procedure development reflecting current practice.

Education

Nursing or Allied Health degree

Cardiovascular Interventional Program

ARRT certification or RN license

BLS and ACLS certification

RCIS / RCES eligibility (optional)

Job description

Department

36918 Atrium Health Union - Cardiac Cath Lab

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

30

Schedule Details/Additional Information

M-;F (3) 10-hour shifts

This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible. Based on eligibility.

Pay Range

$35.50 - $53.25

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates evidence-based practice and performs care for the comfort and wellbeing of the patient.
• Performs and/or assists with treatments, therapies, and procedures (including scrub assistant, monitoring and circulating) under the direction of the physician.
• Administers medication under the direct supervision of the physician, as appropriate
• Documents a current clinical picture and records designated information in the patient record.
• Conveys relevant information to physicians and teammates.
• Calculates, interprets, and analyzes data.
• Assists in development of policies, procedures, and standards of care reflective of current practice/literature.
• Highly recommended to participate in committee and governance activities.
• Demonstrates leadership in role as a preceptor and serves as a clinical resource for others.

Physical Requirements

Intermittent to rapid pace with high pressure situations, requiring periods of prolonged concentration and critical thinking. Work requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 50 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies. Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English is essential. Intact sense of sight, hearing, smell, touch, manual dexterity, good eye hand coordination. Standing and walking while wearing 10-20 lbs. lead radiation protection aprons. Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions. Potential exposure to radiation, secretions, and blood. Confined work area. Travel may be required.

Education, Experience And Certifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing or Allied Health Technology, such as Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or comparable.
• Graduate of Cardiovascular Interventional Program or minimum or two years of experience as a Cardiovascular Specialist.
• Registered and certified by the ARRT or current license as a Registered Nurse in applicable state or Respiratory Therapist. If not licensed or certified (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES)), allied health professionals will have 12 months to successfully obtain.
• Must maintain current BLS, ACLS and Certification requirements.
• The Cardiovascular / Electrophysiology (EP) Specialist II must successfully meet and maintain the requirements of the complexity-based model of care.

Our Commitment To You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.