Cardiovascular Specialist PRN

Cardiovascular Specialist PRN

Performs diagnostic and complex cardiovascular procedures, including coronary, electrophysiology, peripheral, structural heart, and pediatric interventions. Verifies orders, facilitates implementation, and communicates with physicians as needed. Evaluates the effectiveness of interventions and medications, documenting patient care accurately. Maintains and operates equipment and supplies for cardiovascular procedures, ensuring proper setup and sterilization. Assists physicians in invasive cardiology and peripheral vascular procedures, including administering contrast media. Responds appropriately in clinical emergencies and performs within the scope of practice for the position. Takes scheduled emergency calls and responds in a timely manner. Other duties as assigned. Participates in quality and performance improvement activities to enhance patient outcomes. Trains and supervises new personnel, providing orientation and ongoing education. 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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of advanced levels of ECG training and arrhythmia interpretation
• Knowledge of Cardiovascular anatomy
• Knowledge of Vascular anatomy
• Knowledge of hemodynamic monitoring and physiology
• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry
• Ability to monitor patient blood pressure, ECG, and Pulse Oximetry using sophisticated clinical equipment
• Advanced computer knowledge and skills
• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English
• Knowledge of advanced levels of ECG training and arrhythmia interpretation
• Knowledge of complex electrophysiology procedures
• Knowledge of complex cardiac intervention
• Knowledge of interventional radiology procedures
• Knowledge of peripheral diagnostic procedures
• Knowledge of peripheral interventional procedures
• Knowledge of Y90 procedures

Education:

• Associate of Science [Required]
• Bachelor's of Science [Preferred]

Field of Study: N/A

Work Experience:

• 1+ relevant healthcare experience [Required]
• 2+ years experience in cardiac cath/ ep /neurosciences/ critical care, or interventional radiology [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Required]
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Cert (PALS) [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]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements

Pay Range: $31.55 $58.69

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.