Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist- Electrophysiology Lab

CarolinaEast Health System; North Carolina; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CarolinaEast Health System is seeking a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist to coordinate the technical and patient care components of cardiac and peripheral angiograms and other invasive procedures under the Cath Lab leadership. You will monitor patients during procedures, record hemodynamics, assist physicians, and ensure timely response to emergencies, including a 30-minute response time.

This role requires appropriate certifications and experience in a fast-paced hospital environment, with a

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Radiology Science, Cardiovascular Technology, Nursing, or EMT-Paramedic.
• ARRT, RN, RECS or RCIS certification required.
• Two years Cath Lab/EP experience preferred.
• Credentials/licensure/registry must be current to remain compliant.
• Ability to provide age-appropriate patient care.
• Maintain BLS; ACLS within 90 days of employment.
• Deliver outstanding customer service.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate technical and patient care for cardiac and peripheral angiograms and other invasive procedures.
• Monitor patients during procedures and record hemodynamics.
• Assist the physician in performance of angiographic and interventional procedures.
• Be available for emergency call with a 30 minute response time.

Skills

Cath Lab procedures

Angiography

Invasive procedures

Hemodynamics monitoring

Patient care

Education

Associate Degree in Radiology Science

Cardiovascular Technology

Professional Nursing

Emergency Medical Science with Paramedic Certification

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, under the supervision of the Cath Lab Manager, Associate Manager and direction of the Cardiologist coordinates the technical and patient care component of cardiac and peripheral angiograms, interventions and other invasive procedures. He/she monitors patients during procedure and records hemodynamics; they also assist the physician in performance of all angiographic, interventional, implants and other cardiac procedures. He/she is responsible for all aspects of patient care in accordance with hospital and department policies and procedures. The Angiography Specialist must maintain a positive approach to working in a fast paced environment. Must take emergency call with a 30 minute response time.

About CarolinaEast Health System

CarolinaEast Health System is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. At the heart of our system is a 350-bed, full-service medical center equipped with a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing the latest medical technologies. We employ over 3,200 dedicated team members and operate physician practices across various specialties in four counties. Our employees foster a culture of excellence that ensures our patients receive the same high level of care found at larger medical centers, all while maintaining a friendly, community-centered atmosphere throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, as well as benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff. We are proud to be the first medical center in North Carolina recognized as a Cardiovascular Center of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. Additionally, we are honored to be named one of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek, among numerous other prestigious accolades.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate of an approved school with an Associate Degree in Radiology Science, Cardiovascular Technology, Professional Nursing, or Emergency Medical Science with Paramedic Certification.
• Registered by ARRT, RN, RECS or RCIS and two years’ Cath Lab/EP experience preferred.
• For Paramedics with Associate in Applied Science in ENS with Paramedic Certification, must be registered with RCIS/RCES within 18 months of employment required.
• As a condition of continued employment staff members must maintain current status at all times and not allows his/her certification/licensure/ registry to expire or he or she will no longer be compliant with the requirement of the job description. Once a staff member’s credentialed status has been negated/lost/revoked they will be terminated from their position in accordance with this job description and Human Resources policy 3.11
• Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on this unit.
• The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patients’ status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements to his/her age; specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the departments policies and procedures
• Maintain BLS certification. ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of employment and maintain current
• Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.