Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist

MedStar Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 49,152 - 81,057; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist to join their team at a Maryland hospital. The role involves assisting physicians with complex cardiovascular procedures and managing patient care before, during, and after the procedures. Key qualifications include a high school diploma, completion of a specialized training program, and certification as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist. CPR certification is required within 90 days of hire. The position offers a competitive salary range of $35.68 – $58.84 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of a two-year Cardiovascular Technologist training is necessary.
• Must have RCIS registration and CPR certification within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist in invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Monitor patients during and after procedures.
• Educate patients and maintain sterile environments.

Skills

Patient management

Hemodynamic monitoring

Assisting in imaging procedures

Education of patients

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of a two‑year Cardiovascular Technologist training

RCIS Registration

CPR certification

Job description

General Summary of Position

MedStar Health is looking for a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist to join our team at MedStar Franklin Square Hospital.

Schedule

Four weekday shifts with call.

Responsibilities

The cardiovascular invasive specialist coordinates and assists the physician with routine to complex invasive diagnostic and therapeutic cardiovascular procedures. Responsibilities include patient management before, during, and after the procedure, working in a multidisciplinary laboratory and supporting varied service lines and diagnostic cardiac procedures.

• Assist physicians in angiographic, therapeutic, and interventional imaging procedures, including cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, and ablation.
• Administer contrast media, monitor patients, and provide pre‑ and post‑procedural care.
• Prepare and inject contrast media under physician guidance while supporting catheter and guidewire placement.
• Conduct hemodynamic monitoring, record vital signs, and accurately enter patient and supply information into hospital systems.
• Educate patients, prepare sterile trays, monitor catheter insertion sites, and provide discharge instructions.
• Ensure proper functioning of Cath Lab equipment, adhere to infection control protocols, and manage inventory for supplies and emergency equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Completion of a two‑year Cardiovascular Technologist training program from an accredited college (required); additional education in basic sciences preferred.
• Registration as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.

Hiring range: $35.68 – $58.84.