Registered Cardiac Invasive Tech (RCIS)
About The Position
Performs specialized diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac procedures according to departmental protocol and physician orders, and assists cardiologists and other physicians as required. The role requires knowledge of radiographic, cardiac, and peripheral vascular anatomy and the ability to operate specialized radiographic equipment and technical instruments, including pressure injectors, digital imaging, and patient-monitoring equipment. The technician uses appropriate catheters and guide-wires for specific procedures and works effectively under stressful conditions. The incumbent follows organizational and departmental policies, procedures, objectives, quality-assessment requirements, and safety practices. Responsibilities include minimizing radiation exposure to patients, coworkers, and self through appropriate safety procedures and shielding materials; using patient restraint devices; and applying sterilization techniques. The technician identifies the care needs of patients and significant others, implements interventions, and uses appropriate equipment to meet the needs of young, middle, and late adults. The position reports to and is supervised by the Nurse-in-Charge of the Cardiac Cath Lab, under the direction of the Director of the Cardiac Cath Lab. The position is full-time, on day shift, with 10-hour shifts, in Silver Spring.
Requirements
- Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) designation from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or a nationally recognized agency that conducts programmatic accreditation for cardiovascular technology, diagnostic cardiac sonography, or vascular technology.
- Registration in the State of Maryland.
- American Heart Association BLS certification.
- Knowledge of radiographic, cardiac, and peripheral vascular anatomy.
- Ability to use specialized radiographic equipment and technical instruments, including pressure injectors, digital imaging, and patient-monitoring equipment.
- Knowledge of appropriate catheters and guide-wires for specific procedures.
- Ability to work under stressful conditions.
- Knowledge of radiation-safety procedures, shielding materials, patient restraint devices, and sterilization techniques.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of Cardiac Cath Lab experience is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform specialized diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac procedures according to departmental protocols and physician orders.
- Assist cardiologists and other physicians as required.
- Use specialized radiographic equipment and technical instruments, including pressure injectors, digital imaging, and patient-monitoring equipment.
- Select and use appropriate catheters and guide-wires for specific procedures.
- Identify patient and significant-other care needs, implement interventions, and use equipment appropriate to the needs of young, middle, and late adults.
- Follow departmental and organizational policies, procedures, objectives, quality-assessment requirements, and safety practices.
- Minimize radiation exposure to patients, coworkers, and self, including through the use of shielding materials and patient restraint devices.
- Apply sterilization techniques.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Mental health benefits
- Paid time off
- 403B
- Education assistance
- Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance, accident insurance, and hospital indemnity
- Flexible schedules
- Free onsite parking
- Referral Rewards Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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