Cardiovascular Technologist EP $20,000 Sign On Bonus

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a CV Invasive Specialist I for the Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver. The role supports the clinical team in cardiac catheterization procedures, ensuring patient safety and high-quality care throughout pre-, intra-, and post-procedure steps.

Requirements include BLS/PALS or ACLS within 3 months, health-science education, and relevant Cath Lab exposure. A sign-on bonus of $20,000 may apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications for CV Invasive Specialist I include BLS, PALS/ACLS within 3 months, and a health-science degree or related clinical program.
• Graduate of Radiologic Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or Nursing program or equivalent with clinical hours.
• One year health care experience in Cath Lab/EP or related area; strong documentation and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in procedure room preparation and post-procedure turnover.
• Assist in invasive, diagnostic, and interventional supplies management and inventory control.
• Document hemodynamic data, calculations, and interpretations during procedures.
• Provide patient education and emotional support; ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Develop knowledge of cardiopulmonary pathophysiology, pharmacology, and anatomy relevant to procedures.
• Assess patient condition and inform physician of deviations during procedures.
• Operate imaging equipment safely and understand x-ray principles.
• May assist with medication administration under supervision as required.
• Complete procedure data entry and imaging study processing.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Monitoring

Procedural Support

Communication

Team Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Safety Protocols

Documentation

Patient Education

Initiative

Education

BLS Certification

PALS/ACLS within 3 months

Bachelor's degree in health science or related field

Graduate of Radiologic Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or Nursing program

One year health care experience in Cath Lab/EP

Surgical Tech/Assistant Certification

Fluoroscopy Operator Certification

Rad Tech license (state requirements)

Job description

Job Description

The CV Invasive Specialist I performs duties necessary for cardiac catheterization procedures at a technical and professional level requiring some proctoring and supervision of technical detail. The Specialist I performs a variety of technical procedures that require some independent judgment. The CV Invasive Specialist I assumes responsibility and initiative for designated areas and procedures as required. Follows Alliance of Cardiovascular Professionals (ACVP) Scope of Practice or for Electrophysiology the NASPE Standards of Professional Practice for the Allied Professional in Pacing and Electrophysiology.

The CV Invasive Specialist II (CVIS II) performs duties necessary for catheterization procedures at a technical and professional level requiring minimal supervision of technical detail. The CVIS II performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment. The CVIS II assumes responsibility and initiative for designated areas and procedures as required. Follows Alliance of Cardiovascular Professionals (ACVP) scope of practice or for Electrophysiology the NASPE Standards of Professional Practice for the Allied Professional in Pacing and Electrophysiology.

Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES ) is required to pass medications. To show our commitment to you and to assist with your transition into our organization, we will also offer a $20,000 sign on bonus, if applicable.

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Posting Specifics

Shift Details : Full-time (40 Hours), Variable, 10-hour days (4/10’s) - no call for EP

Unit / Location

Saint Joseph Hospital

Additional Details

Please review Minimum Qualifications listed below before applying.

Motivation

Are you interested in advancing your career while helping people live the healthiest lives possible?

About the Role

As a CV Invasive Specialist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care.

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At Intermountain, you will be part of a team that values career advancement, innovation and collaboration, where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a lasting impact.

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Role Description

As a CV Invasive Specialist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care by:

Essential Functions

• Participate in procedure room preparation and post procedure turn around.
• Develop specific knowledge with regard to invasive, diagnostic, and interventional supplies which includes assisting in inventory control.
• Develops specific knowledge of applications, proper use and deployment techniques including documenting hemodynamic recordings, calculations, and interpretations.
• Provide patient education and emotional support for patients and their family members; ensure patient comfort. Foster teamwork and cohesiveness with team members and physicians.
• Develop knowledge specific to cardiopulmonary pathophysiology, pharmacology, anatomic anomalies, and treatment options.
• Assess the condition of the patient, document, and inform physician of deviations from normal criteria throughout the procedure.
• Understand and apply principles of x-ray generation and safety.
• Understand and demonstrate the correct operation of imaging equipment.
• May mix and administer medications under the direction and supervision of the physician (RCIS or RCES is required to pass medications). Pursuant to state laws.
• At the end of the procedure, may apply closure device, suture the sheath in place, or remove the sheath and apply pressure to obtain hemostasis.
• Provide thorough and accurate documentation of each procedure and associated events.
• Develop skills in operating, calibrating, and troubleshooting equipment in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Perform point of care testing and QA.
• Accountabilities: Scrub, circulate, and monitor in diagnostic, interventional, and CRM procedures according to scope of practice documents. Complete procedure data entry; acquire and process imaging studies, hemodynamic assessment and calculations, intra-procedure CathPCI registry requirements, and prepare procedural reports.

Skills

• Patient Assessment and Monitoring
• Sound Decision Making
• Procedural Assistance
• Patient Education
• Equipment Operation and Troubleshooting
• Analytical and Critical Thinking
• Taking Initiative
• Relationship building
• Health Language Fluency
• Communication and Collaboration

Minimum Qualifications CV Invasive Specialist I

• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• PALS certification for children's hospitals or ACLS certification for adults. New employees must obtain within 3 months of start.
• Bachelor's degree in health science with six months of health care experience (e.g., Cath Lab, EP, EMT, Paramedic, CNA, Surgical tech)- or –
• Graduate of a Radiologic Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or Nursing program
• - or –Graduate of a diploma or associate program in health science with one year of health care experience (e.g., Cath Lab, EP, EMT, Paramedic, Surgical tech, RN/LPN)- or –
• Graduate of a non-programmatically accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology which has a minimum of one year of specialty training and includes a minimum of 800 clinical hours. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Current license, where applicable.- and-
• Surgical Tech/Assistant Certification per state requirements
• Rad Tech state license per state requirements (Montana)

Preferred Qualifications CV Invasive Specialist I

• 2 years of CV Invasive Training experience.
• Fluoroscopy Operator Certification per state requirements (Colorado) within 3 months of hire.

Minimum Qualifications CV Invasive Specialist II

• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• PALS certification for children's hospitals or ACLS certification for adults. New employees must obtain within 3 months of start.
• Beginning July 1, 2026 must be registered as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or Registered Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) or ARRT-CI or ARRT-VI only or RN (previous relevant RN experience required)
• Demonstrated expertise in performing complex diagnostic and advanced interventional procedures or demonstrated understanding and proficiency in correlation with years of experience with regards to electrophysiology procedures.
• Maintains at least 12 hours of continuing medical education (CME) credits per year.
• Demonstrates clinical competence of CVIS/CVES I skills evidenced by skills sign off (must be completed within 3 months of hire)
• Must meet all state specific requirements (must be completed within 3 months of hire) including, but not limited to:

State Requirements CVIS II

• Surgical Tech/Assistant Certification per state requirements
• Fluoroscopy Operator Certification as required in the state of Colorado
• Montana ARRT state license

Preferred Qualifications CV Invasive Specialist II

• Bachelor's degree in health science program. Education must be obtained through an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.-
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• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, or Respiratory Therapy program
• One year of Invasive Cardiovascular Technology or Electrophysiology experience (not including academic training or CVIS training).

Physical Requirements

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.) May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location

Location:Saint Joseph HospitalWork City:DenverWork State:ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:40The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$39.16 - $60.42

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