Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)

VHC Health • Arlington, VA

65d

About The Position

Purpose & Scope: Provide knowledge and skills of invasive cardiovascular technology utilized in the Cardiac Catheterization and Electrophysiology Lab. The Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) assists physicians with adult patients during diagnostic catheterizations, PCI, pacemaker and ICD implantations, cardiac ablations, electrophysiology studies, tilt testing, and other invasive cardiac procedures. The position requires intimate knowledge of both department and hospital policies. Interpretive skills, frequent interactive and consultative associations, along with management and supervisory skills are inherent in the position. The ability to retrieve, communicate or otherwise present information in a written, auditory, or visual fashion is essential. The primary method to express or exchange ideas is through the spoken word. Written, telephone and manual dexterity skills are required for this position. The RCIS provides patient care in the pre, intra, and immediate post phases of a Cath Lab procedure under the direction of a Physician. The RCIS provides ancillary support to patient care areas which include sheath removal and intra-aortic balloon removal from patients. The RCIS is involved in educating and precepting staff members.

Requirements

• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) by CCI required.
• BLS certification is required.
• ACLS certification is required.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from an accredited health program or equivalent experience is preferred.
• One year of experience in invasive cardiovascular medicine is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians with adult patients during diagnostic catheterizations, PCI, pacemaker and ICD implantations, cardiac ablations, electrophysiology studies, tilt testing, and other invasive cardiac procedures.
• Provides patient care in the pre, intra, and immediate post phases of a Cath Lab procedure under the direction of a Physician.
• Provides ancillary support to patient care areas which include sheath removal and intra-aortic balloon removal from patients.
• Involved in educating and precepting staff members.

What This Job Offers

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