Heart and Vascular Registered Cardiac Invasive Specalist

Sanford Health • Bemidji, MN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Heart and Vascular Registered Cardiac Invasive Specialist at Sanford Health is responsible for performing and assisting with diagnostic and interventional radiographic procedures. These procedures are conducted under the direction of Vascular Surgeons, Cardiologists, or Radiologists, in accordance with Society of Invasive Cardiovascular Professionals (SICP) quality standards and scope of practice. The role requires the ability to execute all duties of a Cardiac Technologist and to cater to the growth and development needs of diverse client populations, ranging from children to geriatrics. Essential knowledge for this position includes cardiac anatomy, physiology, hemodynamic principles, X-ray techniques, and both emergent and routine cardiac care. The specialist must also demonstrate effective cardiac communication skills, understand change processes, utilize conflict resolution, possess an expert-level understanding of pharmacologic options for patient treatment, and be familiar with special protocols for conscious sedation.

Requirements

• Knowledge usually acquired through a LPN program or as a cardiovascular technician
• Experience in a cardiovascular setting or equivalent training specific to this specialized area
• Basic Life Support required
• ACLS within 6 months of hire

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) is preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist with diagnostic and interventional radiographic procedures as directed by Vascular Surgeons, Cardiologists, or Radiologists
• Adhere to Society of Invasive Cardiovascular Professionals (SICP) quality standards and scope of practice
• Perform all duties of a Cardiac Technologist
• Work with the growth and development needs of unique client populations, including children to geriatrics
• Utilize effective cardiac communication skills
• Understand and apply change processes and conflict resolution techniques
• Possess expert-level understanding of pharmacologic options to treat patients
• Understand and follow special protocols for conscious sedation of patients

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees