Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist Registered

McLaren Health Care • Mount Clemens, MI

2h

About The Position

The Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist conducts tests on patients’ pulmonary or cardiovascular systems for diagnostic purposes. The role may involve conducting or assisting with electrocardiograms, cardiac catheterizations, pulmonary function and lung-capacity tests, and similar procedures. The specialist maintains equipment, records test results, and follows department policies and protocols. The position is in the Cardiac Cath Lab, with 72 hours per pay period and a variable schedule.

Requirements

• Hold Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or Registered Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) certification; or graduate from an accredited Cardiovascular Technology (CVT) program and obtain RCIS or RCES certification within six months of hire or transfer.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze, obtain, calculate, and document data from procedures, and alert the physician to abnormalities or changes in patient responses.
• Explain testing procedures to patients to obtain their cooperation and reduce anxiety.
• Prepare reports of diagnostic procedures for physician interpretation.
• Observe gauges, recording devices, and video screens of the data analysis system during cardiovascular imaging.
• Assist the physician during cardiac catheterization lab procedures, including angioplasty procedures.
• Conduct electrocardiograms, phonocardiograms, echocardiograms, stress tests, and other cardiovascular tests using specialized electronic test equipment, recording devices, and laboratory instruments.
• Prepare and position patients for testing.
• Obtain and record patient identification, medical history, and test results.
• Check, test, and maintain cardiology equipment and make minor repairs when necessary to ensure proper operation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed