Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist Registered

McLaren Health Care; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care in Lansing, Michigan is seeking a Registered Cardiovascular Technician. This role involves conducting tests on patients' cardiovascular systems and assisting with procedures in the cardiac cath lab. The ideal candidate will hold an RCIS or RCES certification, with responsibilities including monitoring and documenting data, and preparing patients for diagnostic testing.

The position demands strong analytical skills, effective communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Join a diverse workplace that values equal opportunity for all.

Qualifications

• RCIS or RCES certification required.
• Must have BLS certification.
• Graduate of accredited CVT program required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests on pulmonary or cardiovascular systems for diagnostics.
• Monitor and document data from procedures.
• Assist physician in cardiac cath lab procedures.
• Prepare and position patients for testing.

Skills

Cardiovascular testing

Patient monitoring

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)

Registered Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES)

Graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Technology (CVT) program

Job description

Dept: Cardiac Cath Lab

Hours per pay period: 80

Schedule: 8:00 am to 6:30 pm

Position Summary

Conducts tests on pulmonary or cardiovascular systems of patients for diagnostic purposes. May conduct or assist in electrocardiograms, cardiac catheterizations, pulmonary‑functions, lung capacity, and similar tests. Maintains equipment; records test results. Follows department policies and protocols.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Monitors, analyzes, obtains, calculates, and documents data obtained in procedures. Alerts physician to abnormalities or changes in patient responses.
• Explains testing procedures to patient to obtain cooperation and reduce anxiety.
• Prepares reports of diagnostic procedures for interpretation by physician.
• Observes gauges, recorder, and video screens of data analysis system during imaging of cardiovascular system.
• Assists the physician during cardiac cath lab procedures including angioplasty procedures.
• Conducts electrocardiogram, phonocardiogram, echocardiogram, stress testing, and other cardiovascular tests to record patients' cardiac activity using specialized electronic test equipment, recording devices, and laboratory instruments.
• Prepares and positions patients for testing.
• Obtains and records patient identification, medical history, and test results.
• Checks, tests, and maintains cardiology equipment, making minor repairs when necessary, to ensure proper operation.
• Ensures proper functioning.

Qualifications

• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or Registered Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES).
• OR
• Graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Technology (CVT) program, and Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or Registered Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) within six months of hire/transfer.
• BLS certification.

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans