Invasive Cardiovascular Tech I/II - EP Lab - Days

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 4,328,000 - 8,416,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking an Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist with RCIS/RCES/RT credentials to assist in invasive cardiology procedures in the Cardiac Cath or EP Lab. The role includes scrub, monitor, and circulating duties as part of a dedicated team, ensuring safety and adherence to standards.

The position offers a $20,000 sign-on incentive for offers accepted by Oct 31, 2026, with compensation ranges based on credentials and experience.

Qualifications

• RCIS/RCES certification required within two years of hire.
• ARRT RT certification within 90 days of hire; VI/CI, RCIS or RCES within two years.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Perform scrub, monitor, and circulating duties during diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Work as part of the invasive cardiology team in cath or EP lab.
• Ensure adherence to ALARA and department safety standards.
• Maintain sterility and accurate charge entry during procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

ALARA principles

Radiation protection

Education

RCIS/RCES certification

ARRT RT certification

BLS

ACLS

Health science program graduate

Job description

**$20,000 sign-on incentive available for offers accepted prior to October 31, 2026. Terms and conditions apply. **
The Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist is a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), Registered Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) and/or Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT) who specializes in invasive cardiologic procedures performed in either the Cardiac Cath or Electrophysiology Lab. They are required to perform on a team in the roles of a scrub tech and monitor during invasive cardiologic procedures.

Education And Certification Requirements

This position requires:
Graduate of an accredited RCIS or RCES program. Requires the individual to obtain their RCIS or RCES certification within two years of their hire.
~OR~
Graduate of a certificate or degree granting program or post-secondary educational program in a health science (includes, but not limited to, cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology, respiratory therapy, nursing, or paramedic/EMT). Requires the individual to obtain their RCIS or RCES certification within two years of their hire.
For Radiologic Technology: graduate of certified JCERT radiology program. Requires the individual to obtain their RT certification by the ARRT within 90 days of hire. Requires the individual to obtain their VI, CI, RCIS, or RCES within two years of their hire date.
BLS, ACLS

Knowledge, Competency, and Professional Development

• Novice-level
• Competent in routine studies.
• Working knowledge of technical standards, scope of practice, department and health system policies, safety, and service standards
• Able to perform safely and demonstrate all tasks related to the scrub, monitor, and circulating duties related to the role during diagnostic and interventional procedures utilizing ALARA and AORN standards.
• Completes all core competencies required during orientation period.
• Demonstrates ability to recognize own limitations and to ask for assistance when necessary.
• Possesses and utilizes knowledge of radiation protection and safety.
• Minimize waste by opening only necessary equipment and maintaining sterility throughout procedure.
• Demonstrates ability to correctly and accurately complete charge entry processes.
• Collects pertinent data about the patient as relevant to procedure.
• Prepares patient for procedures and provide care pre, intra, and post procedure.
• Able to set-up all non-invasive patient monitoring
• Can recognize lethal heart rhythms and other life‑threatening changes in patient condition and alert LIP.
• Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for actions of self and team.
• Demonstrates the ability to promote a positive and collaborative practice atmosphere with other healthcare team members.
• Demonstrates willingness to participate in activities in support of performance improvement and improved clinical outcomes.
• Works with team to ensure provision of prompt and professional customer service.
• Demonstrates initiative by seeking opportunities for learning and development.
• Complies with Health system, TJC, CMS and other patient care standards

Compensation Ranges

Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist I: $31.42 - $48.70
Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist II: $35.19 - $54.55
Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist III: $39.41 - $61.09
Actual Salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.
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