MedStar Health

Not-for-profit health system delivering patient care

Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsUpdated on Nov 10

Full-timeBaltimore, MD, USA$36.57 - $60.90 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Completion of a two-year Cardiovascular Technologist training program from an accredited college is required.
Registration as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) is required.
Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Assist physicians in angiographic, therapeutic, and interventional imaging procedures, including cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, and ablation; administer contrast media, monitor patients, and provide pre- and post-procedural care.
Prepare and inject contrast media under physician guidance while supporting catheter and guide wire placement.
Conduct hemodynamic monitoring, record vital signs, and accurately enter patient and supply information into hospital systems.
Educate patients, prepare sterile trays, monitor catheter insertion sites, and provide discharge instructions.
Ensure proper functioning of Cath Lab equipment, adhere to infection control protocols, and manage inventory for supplies and emergency equipment.

Desired Qualifications

Additional education in basic sciences is preferred.

About the Job

MedStar Health is looking for a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist to join our team at Medstar Franklin Square Hospital!

The cardiovascular invasive specialist coordinates and assists the physician with routine to complex invasive diagnostic and therapeutic cardiovascular procedures. Responsible for patient management prior to, during and after the procedure. The incumbent in this position will work in a multidisciplinary lab, working with a variety of service lines, in addition to diagnostic cardiac procedures.

MedStar Health is a great place to work and grow your career. We provide a supportive and inclusive work environment, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, generous PTO, tuition assistance, retirement plans, and many other benefits focused on your wellbeing. Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!

Primary Duties:

Assists physicians in angiographic, therapeutic, and interventional imaging procedures, including cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, and ablation. Administers contrast media, monitors patients, and provides pre- and post-procedural care.

Prepare and inject contrast media under physician guidance while supporting catheter and guide wire placement.

Conduct hemodynamic monitoring, record vital signs, and accurately enter patient and supply information into hospital systems.

Educate patients, prepare sterile trays, monitor catheter insertion sites, and provide discharge instructions.

Ensure proper functioning of Cath Lab equipment, adhere to infection control protocols, and manage inventory for supplies and emergency equipment.

Qualifications: 

Completion of the two year Cardiovascular Technologist training program from an accredited college (required) additional education in basic sciences (preferred)

Registration as Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)

CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation required within 90 days of hire.

This position has a hiring range of

USD $36.57 - USD $60.90 /Hr.

About the Company

MedStar Health

Not-for-profit health system delivering patient care

MedStar Health is a not-for-profit health system serving Maryland and the Washington, D.C. region, with hospitals, ambulatory and urgent care centers, and a health research institute. It delivers medical care through a network of facilities and care teams, supported by ongoing education and research to inform everyday practice. It stands out through its Georgetown University academic partnership, large regional network, and emphasis on patient experience, education, and research. Its goal is to improve regional health by providing high-quality medical care and advancing medicine through education and clinical excellence.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $29M
Headquarters: Columbia, MD
Founded: 1999

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