Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)

Sentara Hospitals; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Educational assistance

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Volunteer benefits

Job summary

Sentara CarePlex Hospital in Hampton, VA is hiring a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist for a full-time day shift with on-call duties and a 30-minute response time. A sign-on bonus up to $10,000 is available for qualified candidates.

Responsibilities include assisting physicians in cardiac catheterization, operating complex imaging/hemodynamic equipment, and coordinating peri-procedural care. Requires RCIS, BLS, ACLS within 90 days, and 1 year of related experience.

Qualifications

• RCIS certification is required.
• Bachelor-level health sciences degree is required.
• 1 year of invasive cardiovascular lab experience required.

Responsibilities

• Act as a first assistant during diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Operate and monitor imaging and hemodynamic equipment.
• Support patient preparation, real-time monitoring, procedural documentation, and post-procedure care.
• Administer medications under physician direction and ensure HIPAA compliance.
• Participate in on-call rotation and contribute to quality improvement in the cath lab.

Skills

RCIS

On-call readiness

Invasive cardiology experience

Education

Health science degree

Tools

Cath lab equipment

Imaging & hemodynamic systems

Job description

City/State: Hampton, VA

Work Shift: First (Days)

Overview: Sentara CarePlex Hospital, in Hampton, VA, is currently hiring a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist. This is a full time, day shift position and requires "on-call" with a 30-minute response time.

Up to 10K Sign on Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates!

Hours

Monday - Friday: 7am-3:30pm, along with approximately 15 days of call per month (about every 3rd or 4th weekend).

Overview

The Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist is a highly trained and specialized healthcare professional who plays a critical role in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular conditions. Working at a professional level, this role is central to the functioning of cardiac catheterization laboratories and other invasive cardiovascular environments. The Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist assists physicians in performing diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures and operates within a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes and procedural efficiency.

Primary responsibilities

• Act as a first assistant to physicians during diagnostic and interventional procedures such as cardiac catheterizations, angioplasties, and electrophysiology studies.
• Operate and monitor advanced imaging and hemodynamic equipment, ensure accurate data collection, and maintain a sterile environment throughout all procedures.
• Support patient preparation, real-time monitoring, procedural documentation, and post-procedure care coordination.
• Administer medication under the direction of a qualified physician; ensure compliance with all hospital policies, HIPAA regulations, and accreditation standards.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond rapidly to emergency cases, including STEMI activations; contribute to ongoing quality assurance and process improvement initiatives in the cath lab.

Education

Graduate of a diploma, associate, or bachelor level program in health science (includes, but not limited to, cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology, respiratory therapy, or nursing) (Required)

Certification/Licensure

Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) (Required)

BLS (Required)

ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire

Experience

1 year of related experience such as working as a Cardiovascular Invasive Technologist or working in an invasive cardiac environment (Required)

Compensation

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $38.29 - $58.66 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.

Benefits

Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan

Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

About Sentara CarePlex Hospital

Sentara CarePlex Hospital, located in Hampton, VA, is a 224-bed technologically advanced, acute care facility, and Certified Primary Stroke Center. Other features include specialized services in heart and vascular, urologic care, along with advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities, a hospitalist program, and one of the state's busiest emergency departments. We are also home to the Orthopedic Hospital at Sentara CarePlex Hospital, the area's first dedicated orthopedic hospital. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.