Cardio Invasive Specialist - Cardiovascular Lab
Presbyterian Healthcare Services · Presbyterian Hospital · $31.50/hr (stated in the posting)
Location Address:
1100 Central Ave SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106-4930
Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $31.50
Maximum Offer $53.66
Summary:
Join our highly skilled Cardiovascular Services team and play a critical role in delivering life-saving cardiac care. As a Cardio Invasive Specialist, you will provide advanced technical and patient care support during diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.Working alongside cardiologists, electrophysiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, you will assist with procedures such as cardiac catheterizations, coronary interventions, peripheral vascular procedures, and other specialized cardiovascular treatments. You will be responsible for preparing patients and equipment, monitoring patient status throughout procedures, operating specialized cardiovascular imaging and monitoring systems, and helping ensure the highest standards of patient safety and clinical excellence.
The ideal candidate is a skilled, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is passionate about cardiovascular care, and is committed to providing exceptional patient experiences during some of the most critical moments in a patient's healthcare journey. This is an exciting opportunity to make a direct impact on patient outcomes while working with cutting-edge technology and an expert cardiovascular team.
Sign-on and relocation for qualified candidates.
How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
- Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
- Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
- Malpractice liability insurance
- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
- EPIC electronic charting system
Responsibilities:
Clinical & Procedural Support
Perform technical and patient care functions in the Cardiovascular Laboratory during diagnostic and interventional procedures for adult cardiac patients.
Independently function in the roles of Scrub Technologist, Monitoring/Recording Technologist, and, after obtaining RCIS or RCES certification, Circulator with medication and IV responsibilities.
Anticipate procedural needs based on patient condition, cardiovascular anatomy, pathophysiology, and procedural requirements to support safe, efficient case progression.
Respond appropriately during emergent situations and provide critical support during urgent and life-saving interventions.
Procedures Performed
Diagnostic and interventional coronary angiograms
Left Heart Catheterizations (LHC)
Right Heart Catheterizations (RHC)
Pericardiocentesis
Valve studies
Temporary transvenous pacemaker insertion and management
Advanced Technology & Equipment
Work with leading cardiovascular technologies, including:
ACIST
OCT
SHOCKWAVE
ROTAPRO
IVUS
Cross-Training & Professional Development
Opportunity to expand skills through training in the recovery and post-procedure care of noninvasive cardiovascular patients.
Participate in orientation and training of new team members and serve as a clinical resource for staff.
Function as a super user and subject matter expert for designated equipment, procedures, or emerging technologies.
Quality, Documentation & Regulatory Compliance
Ensure complete, accurate, and timely procedural documentation within electronic health record and cardiovascular information systems.
Assist with quality improvement initiatives, data collection, audits, and departmental performance metrics.
Support compliance with hospital policies, accreditation standards, and local, state, and federal regulations.
Maintain adherence to infection prevention, radiation safety, environmental, and patient safety standards.
Operations & Team Support
Assist with inventory management, supply ordering, equipment maintenance, and overall readiness of procedure rooms.
Support laser, radiation, wellness, and departmental safety initiatives as assigned.
Maintain a clean, organized, and fully prepared procedural environment.
Participate in department meetings, shared governance activities, and continuous improvement efforts.
Foster positive working relationships with physicians, patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
Advanced Practice Expectations
Independently circulate, scrub, and record Adult Diagnostic and Interventional Cardiology procedures.
Develop and maintain competency in at least two additional specialty service areas, which may include:
Electrophysiology (EP)
Cardiac Devices
Vascular Intervention
Structural Heart
Neuro Intervention
Pediatric Cardiology
Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental and organizational goals.
Qualifications:
Education
Associate degree from an accredited Invasive Cardiovascular Technology, Cardiopulmonary Technology, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or Paramedic program required.
Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology certificate program may be accepted if the program length was a minimum of one year.
Three (3) additional years of directly related experience may be substituted in lieu of the required degree.
Experience
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in an adult Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory performing diagnostic and interventional procedures.
Experience must include proficiency in:
Scrubbing procedures
Circulating duties
Hemodynamic monitoring
Procedure documentation and recording
Licenses/Certifications
RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) or RCES (Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist) certification preferred.
Candidates without RCIS certification must:
Be registered for the RCIS examination within 18 months of employment, and
Obtain RCIS certification within two (2) years of employment.
Candidates working in Electrophysiology (EP) without RCES certification must:
Be registered for the RCES examination within 30 months of employment, and
Obtain RCES certification within three (3) years of employment.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required within six (6) months of hire.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required only for positions at Presbyterian Downtown and must be obtained within six (6) months of hire.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge of:
Cardiovascular anatomy and physiology
Cardiac and vascular disease processes
Cardiovascular diagnostic procedures
Interventional cardiovascular technologies and techniques
Ability to apply clinical knowledge to support safe and effective patient care in a high-acuity procedural environment.
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About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
Compensation Disclaimer
The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.