Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)

Position Title

Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)

Job Description Summary

Located in Arlington, Virginia, VHC Health is a 548-bed, independent, not-for-profit health system and nationally recognized teaching hospital. We have proudly served the Washington, DC metropolitan community for more than 75 years. Consistently ranked among the top hospitals in Virginia and the region, VHC Health has earned recognition as a 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Employer and a 2025 Newsweek World's Best Hospital. We also hold the prestigious Magnet® designation for nursing excellence. As a Level II Trauma Center, we are committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care when it matters most.

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

Provide knowledge and skills of invasive cardiovascular technology utilized in the Cardiac Catheterization and Electrophysiology Lab. The Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) assists physicians with adult patients during diagnostic catheterizations, PCI, pacemaker and ICD implantations, cardiac ablations, electrophysiology studies, tilt testing, and other invasive cardiac procedures. The position requires intimate knowledge of both department and hospital policies. Interpretive skills, frequent interactive and consultative associations, along with management and supervisory skills are inherent in the position. The ability to retrieve, communicate or otherwise present information in a written, auditory, or visual fashion is essential. The primary method to express or exchange ideas is through the spoken word. Written, telephone and manual dexterity skills are required for this position. The RCIS provides patient care in the pre, intra, and immediate post phases of a Cath Lab procedure under the direction of a Physician. The RCIS provides ancillary support to patient care areas which include sheath removal and intra-aortic balloon removal from patients. The RCIS is involved in educating and precepting staff members.

Education:

Graduation from an accredited health program or equivalent experience is preferred.

Experience:

One year of experience in invasive cardiovascular medicine is preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) by CCI required.

BLS certification is required.

ACLS certification is required.

Additional Job Description

Pay & Benefits: Commensurate with experience. Team members are eligible to receive benefits on the first day of the month following the date of hire, with 30 days to apply for benefits of choice.

• Employee-Led Engagement and Wellness Committee dedicated to make work a fun and healthy place to work
• Annual Employee Survey - Your Voice is Heard at VHC!
• Paid Major Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off / Vacation / Sick Time
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment
• Career Counseling, Leadership Development and Training
• Clinical and Research Pathways Eligible
• Annual Merit Review and Merit Increases
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health Fitness & Education Class Discounts
• Employee Wellness Benefits
• Hospital Discount for Employees and Family
• VHC Health Outpatient Pharmacy
• VHC Retirement Program
• Workforce Enhancement Program
• Work/Life Discounts Program
• Free onsite parking
• Commuter Benefits
• Family Leave
• 401(k) + Match
• and much more!