Cardiovascular Specialist Electrophysiology

Ardent Health Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 68,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Job summary

Ardent Health Services seeks a day-shift, full-time Cardiovascular Specialist for the Electrophysiology Lab in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves direct patient care during diagnostic and interventional procedures, equipment monitoring, and potential lead responsibilities.

Ideal candidates hold an associate degree in nursing or radiology with BLS/ACLS certifications and strong cardiovascular knowledge. A sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 is available, and Lovelace Medical Center provides

Qualifications

• Must have an accredited degree or program as listed.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required or obtainable within designated timeframe.
• Advanced cardiovascular/ electrophysiology credentials strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical and patient care functions during diagnostic and interventional procedures in the Cardiovascular and Electrophysiology labs.
• Monitors and maintains equipment.
• May serve in the role of charge or lead.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.

Skills

Cardiovascular anatomy knowledge

Patient care in interventional labs

Communication and teamwork

Education

Associate's degree in nursing, radiology, or allied health program

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Radiologic Technologist Certificate (RT)

EMT or Paramedic

Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job description

You may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000.

Join our team as a day-shift, full-time, Electrophysiology Lab A Cardiovascular Specialist in Albuquerque, NM.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Lovelace Medical Center is an acute care hospital with 263 licensed beds, providing comprehensive care, including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology, and oncology services.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical and patient care functions during diagnostic and interventional procedures in the Cardiovascular and Electrophysiology labs.
• Monitors and maintains equipment.
• May serve in the role of charge or lead.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Associate's degree in either nursing or radiology, or a graduate of an accredited allied health program, including EMTs or Paramedics, or a Respiratory Therapist.
• Knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• ACLS; Radiologic Technologist Certificate (RT), EMT, Paramedic, or Respiratory Therapist (RRT).

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Radiology Tech or EMT-Paramedic.
• One (1) year of previous job-related experience. Clinical educational experience may be substituted for work experience.
• Advanced credentialing in cardiovascular and electrophysiology is strongly recommended. RCIS, RCES, RCVT, ARRT(RT(R)), CV, CI, or VI.