Cardiovascular & Electrophysiology Specialist - CMC Main/Cardiac Cath Lab

Advocate Health•Charlotte, NC

5d•$38 - $57•Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiovascular & Electrophysiology Specialist provides patient care in the Cardiac Cath Lab at Carolinas Medical Center. The specialist demonstrates evidence-based practice and supports patient comfort and well-being. Under physician direction, the role performs or assists with treatments, therapies, and procedures, including scrubbing, monitoring, and circulating. The specialist may administer medication under the physician’s direct supervision, documents the patient’s clinical picture, communicates relevant information to physicians and teammates, and calculates, interprets, and analyzes data. The role also assists with developing policies, procedures, and standards of care and is highly encouraged to participate in committee and governance activities. The work involves a fast-paced, high-pressure clinical environment requiring concentration, critical thinking, and quick responses to changes in patient or unit conditions. Physical tasks include walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling, including handling patients, equipment, and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds. The position requires standing and walking while wearing a 10–20 pound lead radiation-protection apron. The work area is confined, with potential exposure to radiation, secretions, and blood. This is a full-time position scheduled for 40 hours per week, with one night of call per week and every fifth weekend. The position is eligible for a sign-on bonus, subject to eligibility. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30.

Requirements

Satisfactory completion of high school.
Completion of an accredited program in Cardiovascular/Cardiopulmonary Technology, The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, or a related field.
Graduation from an accredited Allied Health Technology program, such as Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or a comparable program.
Graduation from a Cardiovascular Interventional Program or at least two years of experience as a Cardiovascular Specialist.
Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Ability to lift and support up to 50 pounds while handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.

Nice To Haves

Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist or Electrophysiology Specialist training or experience.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate evidence-based practice and provide care that supports patient comfort and well-being.
Perform or assist with treatments, therapies, and procedures under physician direction, including scrubbing, monitoring, and circulating.
Administer medication under the direct supervision of a physician, as appropriate.
Document the current clinical picture and record designated information in the patient record.
Communicate relevant information to physicians and teammates.
Calculate, interpret, and analyze data.
Assist in developing policies, procedures, and standards of care that reflect current practice and literature.
Participate in committee and governance activities; participation is highly recommended.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus, subject to eligibility.
Paid time off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Potential premium pay, including shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate’s job.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.