Cardiovascular Specialist - Rex Invasive Heart & Vascular

Cardiovascular Specialist

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

NOW HIRING: Cardiovascular Specialist

Make Every Second Count.

Join a team where every day is different, every moment matters, and your work changes lives.

Our Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory is a high-energy, fast-paced environment where skilled professionals work together to deliver life-saving care when patients need it most. From emergency STEMI interventions to complex structural heart and vascular procedures, you'll be part of a collaborative team that thrives on excellence, precision, and innovation.

This is more than a jobit's an opportunity to make an immediate impact. Every procedure performed in our Cath Lab has the potential to restore health, prevent disability, and save lives. You'll help patients not only survive but return to living stronger, healthier, and fuller lives.

As a full-service Heart & Vascular Hospital, we provide comprehensive cardiovascular care, offering the complete spectrum of diagnostic and interventional cardiac and vascular services. Our team is committed to advancing patient outcomes through cutting-edge technology, clinical expertise, and compassionate care.

What You'll Experience

A busy, dynamic department where no two days are the same

An exhilarating environment that challenges you to think critically and act confidently

Opportunities to participate in advanced cardiac and vascular procedures

A highly collaborative team of physicians, nurses, technologists, and support staff dedicated to exceptional patient care

Access to leading-edge technology and continuous professional growth

Why You'll Love It Here

If you're energized by fast-paced medicine, thrive under pressure, and are passionate about making a meaningful difference, you'll find your purpose in our Cath Lab.

Every day brings new challenges, new victories, and the rewarding knowledge that your expertise helps save lives and strengthens the communities we serve.

Come be part of a team where innovation meets compassion, teamwork drives excellence, and every heartbeat matters.

If you're passionate about cardiovascular nursing, enjoy working in a high-performing procedural environment, and want to make a difference when every second counts, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and become part of the exceptional Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory team at UNC Rex!

Summary:

Consults with, monitors, and performs tests on patients undergoing cardiovascular procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Documents history and physical assessment for patients undergoing procedures within the cath lab.
• Explains procedures and treatments to patients to gain patient cooperation and understanding and allay apprehension.
• Prepares patient for procedure by positioning and using appropriate equipment.
• Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular system (angiocardiograms).
• Operates multichannel physiologic monitor to measure and record functions of cardiovascular and pulmonary systems of patient during cardiac catherization.
• Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions. Communicates with physician regarding patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and other significant incidents.
• Assists Physician in diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Provides technical assistance as needed.
• Complies with departmental, hospital, and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Accepts responsibility for personal growth and development and professional accountability.