Cardio Invasive Specialist - Electrophysiology

Presbyterian Healthcare Services • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide technical and patient care support during diagnostic and interventional procedures in the Cardiovascular Lab. Work with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centered cardiovascular care. Assist with patient assessment, monitoring, procedural support, and equipment operation while following clinical standards, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements. Contribute to efficient laboratory operations and a positive, team-oriented environment focused on excellent patient outcomes.

This is a full-time position with a 1.00 FTE and a 10-hour day shift. Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are available for those who qualify.

The position may be filled at associate, intermediate, or senior level. Associate-level candidates need related clinical experience to be eligible, with specific certification requirements. Intermediate-level candidates need the specified associate degree or qualifying experience substitution, plus one year of adult cardiac catheterization laboratory experience. Senior-level candidates need the specified education or an accepted equivalent and preferably three years of related cardiovascular procedural experience, along with required certifications.

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprising nine hospitals, a statewide health plan, and a growing multispecialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, it is the state's largest private employer, with nearly 14,000 employees.

Requirements

• For associate-level positions, RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) or RCES (Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist) certification is required, or candidates must be registered and actively pursuing certification.
• For RCIS positions, candidates must register for the RCIS examination within 18 months of hire and obtain certification within two years of hire.
• For Electrophysiology positions, candidates must register for the RCES examination within 30 months of hire and obtain certification within three years of hire.
• For intermediate-level positions, an associate degree in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology, Cardiopulmonary Technology, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, Paramedicine, Surgical Technology (minimum one-year certificate program), or a related healthcare field is required. Three years of additional directly related cardiovascular experience may substitute for the degree.
• Intermediate-level candidates must have at least one year of experience in an adult Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory performing diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• For senior-level positions, an associate degree in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology, Cardiopulmonary Technology, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, Paramedicine, or a related healthcare field is required. Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program may be accepted, and equivalent combinations of education and directly related cardiovascular experience may be considered.
• Senior-level candidates must hold RCIS or RCES certification.
• Senior-level candidates must obtain ACLS certification within six months of hire.
• PALS certification is required within six months of hire for designated positions.

Nice To Haves

• Associate-level candidates: experience in cardiovascular procedures, a Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Electrophysiology, Radiology, Respiratory Therapy, EMS, or other related clinical work is preferred.
• Intermediate-level candidates: experience with scrubbing, circulating, hemodynamic monitoring, and procedural recording or documentation is preferred.
• Senior-level candidates: at least three years of Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory or related cardiovascular procedural experience is preferred.
• Senior-level candidates: experience with scrubbing, circulating, hemodynamic monitoring, and procedural documentation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and patient care support during diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures.
• Perform scrub, monitoring, recording, and, when qualified, circulating responsibilities in a variety of cardiovascular specialty areas.
• Prepare procedure rooms, equipment, and supplies to support safe, efficient, and compliant patient care.
• Monitor patient status and procedural data, maintaining accurate and timely documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to provide high-quality patient care and respond to emergent situations.
• Support quality improvement initiatives, regulatory compliance, infection prevention, radiation safety, and departmental performance goals.
• Assist with inventory management, equipment maintenance, staff training, and onboarding activities.
• Participate in continuing education and departmental meetings, and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety wearable badge for discreetly calling for help when safety is a concern
• Differentials for night or weekend shifts, higher education, certifications, and eligible lead roles
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• Wellness program with free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, and wellness challenges
• Sign-on bonus for those who qualify
• Relocation assistance for those who qualify

What This Job Offers

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