Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist

Cardiovascular Invasive SpecialistMaintains and operates equipment and supplies for cardiovascular procedures, ensuring proper setup and sterilization. Produces accurate and timely medical records for each patient based on the scope and complexity of the intervention procedure and patient clinical conditions. Trains and supervises new personnel, providing orientation and ongoing education. Participates in quality and performance improvement activities to enhance patient outcomes. Ensures adherence to regulatory standards and enforces safety regulations. Maintains accurate and secure medical records, following prescribed processes for documentation. Demonstrates cross-functional abilities and leadership skills within the cardiovascular team. Takes scheduled emergency calls and responds in a timely manner. Performs diagnostic and therapeutic cardiovascular procedures, including coronary, electrophysiology, interventional radiology, and peripheral interventions. Verifies orders, facilitates implementation, and communicates with physicians as needed. Administers and evaluates effectiveness of treatments and medications according to policy and training. Other duties as assigned. Responds appropriately in clinical emergencies and performs within the scope of practice for the position.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of ECG training and arrhythmia interpretationKnowledge of Cardiovascular anatomyKnowledge of vascular anatomyKnowledge of Hemodynamic MonitoringAbility to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionalsKnowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industryAbility to monitor patient blood pressure, ECG, and Pulse Oximetry using sophisticated clinical equipmentBasic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft OfficeMust be able to read, write and speak conversational EnglishPreparing and positioning patients and selecting anatomic and technical parameters accuratelyPreparing and administering contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable regulationsObserving patient during procedure and reporting abnormal activity. Monitoring protocols and recommending updates or refinements as warrantedFollowing radiation safety procedures and guidelinesAble to perform all specialized imaging procedures such as angio, complex vascular and nonvascular interventional and therapeutic proceduresEnsuring all activities comply with regulatory agency standardsKnowledge of electrophysiology diagnostic proceduresKnowledge of interventional radiology proceduresKnowledge of peripheral diagnostic proceduresKnowledge of peripheral intervention proceduresKnowledge of interventional cardiology proceduresBasic EKG interpretationEducation:Associate [Required]Bachelor's [Preferred]Field of Study: in ScienceWork Experience: 1+ experience [Preferred]Licenses and Certifications:Basic Life Support – CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Preferred]Registered Nurse (RN) [Required] OR Registered Technologist – Radiography (R.T.(R)(ARRT)) [Required] OR Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Required] OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) [Required] OR Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) [Required] OR Cardiovascular Interventional Tech Cert (CVIT) [Required] OR Licensed Paramedic (PARA) [Required] OR Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) [Required]Pay Range: $28.68 – $53.35This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.