Cardiovascular & Electrophysiology Specialist III - CMC Main/Cardiac Cath Lab

105 Carolinas Medical Center; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 72,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a full-time Cardiovascular Specialist for the Carolinas Medical Center Cardiac Cath Lab in Charlotte, NC. The role schedules 36 hours per week with a mix of 10-hour, 12-hour, and 6:30 AM–5:00 PM or 6:30 AM–7:00 PM shifts. Eligible for a sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Requires cardiovascular technology training and appropriate certification or eligibility. Responsibilities include direct patient care, scrub/monitoring duties, medication administration under

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of cardiovascular technology program or related field.
• ARRT certification or eligibility within 12 months.
• Graduate of accredited allied health program or cardiovascular interventional training.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care with evidence-based practices for comfort and safety.
• Assist with scrub, monitoring and circulating duties under physician supervision.
• Administer medications as directed by the physician.
• Document patient status and update the medical record accurately.
• Convey relevant information to physicians and team members.
• Calculate, interpret and analyze clinical data.
• Support policy development and governance activities.

Skills

Patient care

Scrub assistant

Monitoring

Medication admin

Documentation

Team communication

Data interpretation

Education

Cardiovascular Technology program

RCIS/RCES certification

Allied health program graduate

Job description

Department: 36918 Carolinas Medical Center - Cardiac Cath Lab

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 36

Schedule Details/Additional Information: Shift(s): 10-hour shifts, a combination of 4 weekdays M-F (assumed to be 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM). 12-hour shifts, a combination of 2 weekdays and 1 weekend day (assumed to be 6:30AM - 7PM). This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible. Based on eligibility. Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30

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.

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. 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.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• Satisfactory completion of high school and an accredited program of Cardiovascular/Cardiopulmonary technology, The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, or related field required.
• If not licensed or certified (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist or Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist, allied health professional will have up to 12 months to successfully obtain.
• Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist/Electrophysiology Specialist training or experience preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited Allied Health Technology program, such as Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or comparable.
• Graduate of Cardiovascular Interventional Program or minimum of two years of experience as a Cardiovascular Specialist.
• Preferred Experience Procedural or Operating Room experience preferred

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. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities.

Reshaping Access

What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it

Inspiring Professionals

With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities.

Transforming Care

We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care