Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist

Position SummaryAt Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.Become part of a highly specialized team dedicated to diagnosing and treating complex cardiac arrhythmias. As a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (CVIS) at Duke University Hospital's Electrophysiology Lab, you will collaborate closely with electrophysiologists, nurses, anesthesiology providers, and other multidisciplinary team members to deliver exceptional care to patients undergoing advanced cardiac procedures. In this role, you will rotate through scrubbing, circulating, and recording responsibilities while utilizing state-of-the-art electrophysiology technology to provide safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care. Every day offers the opportunity to build technical expertise, strengthen clinical decision-making skills, and make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.Procedures You Will SupportElectrophysiology (EP) studiesCardiac ablationsEP device implantation (pacemakers, ICDs, and CRT devices)Tilt-table testingThis position offers the opportunity to work with leading-edge electrophysiology technology in a collaborative, fast-paced environment while helping improve the lives of patients with complex heart rhythm disorders. If you are passionate about advancing your cardiovascular career and contributing to innovative patient care, we would love to have you on our team.Duties & ResponsibilitiesClinical Care & Procedure SupportPerform all responsibilities of a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist I.Provide, plan, and document patient care in accordance with physician orders and established policies.Use clinical judgment to support providers based on patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment response.Prioritize workflow to ensure timely, efficient care in high-volume procedural settings.Support physicians during invasive cardiovascular procedures using advanced clinical competencies.Equipment & Room PreparationOperate, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain invasive lab equipment and devices.Identify equipment issues and initiate service or repair requests.Prepare procedure rooms and ensure adequate supplies to support daily case volume.Follow The Joint Commission standards for storing and managing patient care products.Data & DocumentationAccurately document, retrieve, and verify clinical data for patient records.Maintain required competencies and participate in continuous learning and development.Support training and onboarding of peers and learners.Engage in performance improvement initiatives and uphold departmental, regulatory, and patient safety standards.Team CollaborationServe as a resource for advanced clinical skills.Partner with the care team to individualize patient care plans.Maintain effective communication with patients, families, providers, and colleagues.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesStrong proficiency in cardiovascular technology techniques and clinical application.Ability to identify procedural issues and recommend appropriate solutions.Knowledge of cardiovascular equipment, safety practices, and infection control.Ability to perform and troubleshoot technical skills in a fast-paced procedural environment.Excellent communication skills in both verbal and electronic formats.Ability to work collaboratively and maintain effective relationships with healthcare professionals.Capable of prolonged standing/walking and maintaining focus in high-acuity environments.Working knowledge of regulatory guidelines and accreditation requirements.Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn new software systems.Successful completion of pre-employment Physical Capacity Testing is required.Minimum QualificationsEducationOne of the following is required:Graduate of an associate or bachelor's program in a health science field (e.g., cardiovascular technology, radiologic technology, respiratory therapy, ultrasound), ORGraduate of an associate or bachelor's program in an unrelated field PLUS completion of a certificate program in cardiovascular technology, radiology, ultrasound, or respiratory therapy.ExperienceLevel II: Minimum 1 year of experience as a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist and completion of clinical ladder requirements.External hires must meet ladder criteria within one year.Level III: Minimum 2 years of experience as a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist and completion of clinical ladder requirements.External hires require approval from DUHS Cath & EP Lab Operations Leadership and must meet ladder criteria within one year.CertificationsLevel IIOne or more of the following (within 36 months of employment):RCIS, RCES, ARRT (R, RTR, CI, CV, or VI), or IBHRE certificationBasic Life Support (BLS) – requiredAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – required within 6 months (Adult Cath, Adult EP, Hybrid OR only)CVIS employees in role on or before Jan 1, 2016 may be exempt from certain requirements.Level IIIOne or more of the following (required):RCIS, RCES, ARRT (R, RTR, CI, CV, or VI), or IBHRE certificationBLS – requiredACLS – required within 6 months (Adult Cath, Adult EP, Hybrid OR only)Physical Job FunctionsCertain roles require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Departments will provide additional information and reasonable accommodation policies as needed.Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.