Registered Cardiac Invasive Tech (RCIS)

Holy Cross Health; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Comprehensive benefits

Referral Rewards Program

Job summary

Holy Cross Health in Silver Spring seeks a Registered Cardiac Invasive Tech (RCIS) to perform specialized diagnostic/therapeutic cardiac procedures under physician orders. You will assist Cardiologists, apply radiographic and monitoring equipment, and uphold safety and quality standards in a fast-paced Cath Lab.

Qualified candidates must hold RCIS designation and Maryland registration, BLS, and have at least 1 year experience; pay ranges from $37.59 to $58.29 per hour; we offer comprehensive

Qualifications

• Must have RCIS designation by CCI or equivalent credentialing body.
• State of Maryland registration required.
• BLS certification (American Heart Association) required.
• Minimum one year experience in Cardiac Cath Lab preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized diagnostic/therapeutic cardiac procedures per physician order.
• Assist Cardiologists and other physicians as required.
• Maintain safety, radiation protection, and equipment sterilization standards.
• Identify patient care needs and implement appropriate interventions in the Cath Lab.

Skills

Radiographic knowledge

Cardiac anatomy

Patient monitoring

Education

RCIS designation (CCI)

Maryland state registration

BLS certification (AHA)

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description:

Job Title: Registered Cardiac Invasive Tech (RCIS)

Employment Type: Full-time

Shift: Days (10-hour shifts)
Location: Silver Spring

Position Purpose

Performs specialized diagnostic/therapeutic cardiac procedures according to departmental protocol as requested by physician order. Assists Cardiologists and other physicians as required. The incumbent should possess excellent knowledge of radiographic, cardiac, and peripheral vascular anatomy with an ability to use a wide variety of specialized radiographic equipment/technical instruments including pressure injectors, digital imaging, and patient monitoring equipment. Knowledge of appropriate catheters and guide-wires for specific procedures and the ability to work under stressful conditions. Maintains established organization and department policies, procedures, objectives, quality assessment and safety. This individual should have knowledge of safety procedures to minimize radiation exposure to patients, co-workers, and self; also to include use of shielding materials and patient restraint devices as well as an understanding of sterilization techniques. Identifies care needs of patients/significant others and implements interventions and utilizes equipment necessary to meet the specific needs of the patient population served to include: young adults, middle adults, late adults.

As a “Registered Cardiac Invasive Tech (RCIS)” you will:

• The incumbent should possess excellent knowledge of radiographic, cardiac, and peripheral vascular anatomy with an ability to use a wide variety of specialized radiographic equipment/technical instruments including pressure injectors, digital imaging, and patient monitoring equipment.
• Must have knowledge of appropriate catheters and guide-wires for specific procedures and the ability to work under stressful conditions.
• Identifies care needs of patients/significant others and implements interventions and utilizes equipment necessary to meet the specific needs of the patient population served to include: young adults, middle adults, late adults.
• This individual should have knowledge of safety procedures to minimize radiation exposure to patients, co-workers, and self; also to include use of shielding materials and patient restraint devices as well as an understanding of sterilization techniques.
• Reports to and is supervised by the Nurse-in-Charge of the Cardiac Cath Lab under the direction of the Director of the Cardiac Cath Lab.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) designation by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) organization or a nationally recognized agency that conducts programmatic accreditation for cardiovascular technology, diagnostic cardiac sonography, or vascular technology.
• Registered in the State of Maryland.
• BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Minimum one year experience in Cardiac Cath Lab highly preferred.
• Assists Cardiologists and other physicians as required.

Pay Range: $37.59 – $58.29

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Non-benefit eligible Roles

**Under 0.3 FTE (16 hours weekly) or per diem roles**

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, educationassistanceand voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospitalindemnityand others) available fromthefirstday of employment.
• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
• Free onsite parking.
• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
• Referral Rewards Program

Position Highlights:

• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
• Free onsite parking.
• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
• Referral Rewards Program

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves the two most populous counties in Maryland, Montgomery and Prince George’s, with a commitment to being the most trusted provider of health-care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital, in Silver Spring, is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus, enhanced by an educational partnership. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary-care practices and affordable health centers, and offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Specialty care, home care and hospice services round out Holy Cross Health’s high-quality and coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms.

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran(M/F/D/V) status.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.