Cardio Invasive Specialist - Cardiovascular Lab

Presbyterian Healthcare Services • New York, NY

4d • $32 - $54 • Onsite

About The Position

Join our highly skilled Cardiovascular Services team and play a critical role in delivering life-saving cardiac care. As a Cardio Invasive Specialist, you will provide advanced technical and patient care support during diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Working alongside cardiologists, electrophysiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, you will assist with procedures such as cardiac catheterizations, coronary interventions, peripheral vascular procedures, and other specialized cardiovascular treatments. You will be responsible for preparing patients and equipment, monitoring patient status throughout procedures, operating specialized cardiovascular imaging and monitoring systems, and helping ensure the highest standards of patient safety and clinical excellence. The ideal candidate is a skilled, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is passionate about cardiovascular care, and is committed to providing exceptional patient experiences during some of the most critical moments in a patient's healthcare journey. This is an exciting opportunity to make a direct impact on patient outcomes while working with cutting-edge technology and an expert cardiovascular team.

Requirements

• Associate degree from an accredited Invasive Cardiovascular Technology, Cardiopulmonary Technology, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or Paramedic program required.
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology certificate program may be accepted if the program length was a minimum of one year.
• Three (3) additional years of directly related experience may be substituted in lieu of the required degree.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in an adult Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory performing diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Experience must include proficiency in: Scrubbing procedures, Circulating duties, Hemodynamic monitoring, Procedure documentation and recording.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required within six (6) months of hire.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required only for positions at Presbyterian Downtown and must be obtained within six (6) months of hire.
• Comprehensive knowledge of: Cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, Cardiac and vascular disease processes, Cardiovascular diagnostic procedures, Interventional cardiovascular technologies and techniques.
• Ability to apply clinical knowledge to support safe and effective patient care in a high-acuity procedural environment.

Nice To Haves

• RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) or RCES (Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist) certification preferred.
• Candidates without RCIS certification must: Be registered for the RCIS examination within 18 months of employment, and Obtain RCIS certification within two (2) years of employment.
• Candidates working in Electrophysiology (EP) without RCES certification must: Be registered for the RCES examination within 30 months of employment, and Obtain RCES certification within three (3) years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical and patient care functions in the Cardiovascular Laboratory during diagnostic and interventional procedures for adult cardiac patients.
• Independently function in the roles of Scrub Technologist, Monitoring/Recording Technologist, and, after obtaining RCIS or RCES certification, Circulator with medication and IV responsibilities.
• Anticipate procedural needs based on patient condition, cardiovascular anatomy, pathophysiology, and procedural requirements to support safe, efficient case progression.
• Respond appropriately during emergent situations and provide critical support during urgent and life-saving interventions.
• Diagnostic and interventional coronary angiograms
• Left Heart Catheterizations (LHC)
• Right Heart Catheterizations (RHC)
• Pericardiocentesis
• Valve studies
• Temporary transvenous pacemaker insertion and management
• Work with leading cardiovascular technologies, including: ACIST, OCT, SHOCKWAVE, ROTAPRO, IVUS
• Opportunity to expand skills through training in the recovery and post-procedure care of noninvasive cardiovascular patients.
• Participate in orientation and training of new team members and serve as a clinical resource for staff.
• Function as a super user and subject matter expert for designated equipment, procedures, or emerging technologies.
• Ensure complete, accurate, and timely procedural documentation within electronic health record and cardiovascular information systems.
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives, data collection, audits, and departmental performance metrics.
• Support compliance with hospital policies, accreditation standards, and local, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintain adherence to infection prevention, radiation safety, environmental, and patient safety standards.
• Assist with inventory management, supply ordering, equipment maintenance, and overall readiness of procedure rooms.
• Support laser, radiation, wellness, and departmental safety initiatives as assigned.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully prepared procedural environment.
• Participate in department meetings, shared governance activities, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Foster positive working relationships with physicians, patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Independently circulate, scrub, and record Adult Diagnostic and Interventional Cardiology procedures.
• Develop and maintain competency in at least two additional specialty service areas, which may include: Electrophysiology (EP), Cardiac Devices, Vascular Intervention, Structural Heart, Neuro Intervention, Pediatric Cardiology
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental and organizational goals.

Benefits

• Sign-on and relocation for qualified candidates.
• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system
• free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree