Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)

VHC Health; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Wellness benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

VHC Health is seeking a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) to support the Cardiac Catheterization and Electrophysiology Lab. The role involves assisting physicians across diagnostic catheters, PCI, device implantations, ablations, and EP studies, with patient care before, during, and after procedures.

The candidate should have RCIS certification, BLS/ACLS, and at least one year of relevant invasive cardiovascular medicine experience.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited health program or equivalent experience preferred.
• One year of experience in invasive cardiovascular medicine preferred.
• RCIS certification (CCI) required.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with adult patients during diagnostic catheterizations, PCI, pacemaker and ICD implantations, and ablations.
• Support electrophysiology studies, tilt testing and other invasive cardiac procedures.
• Provide patient care in pre-, intra-, and post-procedure phases under physician direction.
• Educate and precept staff members in the Cath Lab and related areas.

Skills

Interpretive skills

Written communication

Telephone communication

Dexterity

Precepting staff

Education

Health program graduate or equivalent

Job description

Position Title

Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

Provide knowledge and skills of invasive cardiovascular technology utilized in the Cardiac Catheterization and Electrophysiology Lab. The Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) assists physicians with adult patients during diagnostic catheterizations, PCI, pacemaker and ICD implantations, cardiac ablations, electrophysiology studies, tilt testing, and other invasive cardiac procedures. The position requires intimate knowledge of both department and hospital policies. Interpretive skills, frequent interactive and consultative associations, along with management and supervisory skills are inherent in the position. The ability to retrieve, communicate or otherwise present information in a written, auditory, or visual fashion is essential. The primary method to express or exchange ideas is through the spoken word. Written, telephone and manual dexterity skills are required for this position. The RCIS provides patient care in the pre, intra, and immediate post phases of a Cath Lab procedure under the direction of a Physician. The RCIS provides ancillary support to patient care areas which include sheath removal and intra-aortic balloon removal from patients. The RCIS is involved in educating and precepting staff members.

Education:

Graduation from an accredited health program or equivalent experience is preferred.

Experience:

One year of experience in invasive cardiovascular medicine is preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) by CCI required.

BLS certification is required.

ACLS certification is required.

Additional Job Description

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well asadditionalwellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families.VHC Health is committed to wage transparency andequitablepay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate isdeterminedbased on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions.The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes isappropriate forthis role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. Noportionof compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determinedin accordance withthe terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may bemodifiedat the sole discretion of VHC Health,in accordance withapplicable law.VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy‑related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.VHC Health maintains a drug‑free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.