What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiovascular Specialist (CV Specialist) position at FirstHealth of the Carolinas?
Position Summary
FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals (Moore, Hoke, Richmond, and Montgomery) with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center. Our growing health system has more than 5,400 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area. In addition, the system provides home health and hospice services, emergency care, and medical transportation. FirstHealth of the Carolinas has over 50 primary care, specialty care, convenient care and dental clinics located throughout our service area.
We are committed to a culture of excellence in which everyone feels valued and connected, and where differences are both respected and supported. Our career opportunities allow our staff to practice in a team environment as a vital part of growing a widely respected health care system and medical community. We have been named Becker's Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare.
Great Benefits Package- Free FirstHealth Fitness Membership
Responsibilities
This position is in the Electrophysiology Lab performing a vast array of device implants and simple to complex ablations/EP studies.
Clinical ladder opportunities available for advancement!
- Patient preparation: Preparing patients for electrophysiology procedures, including explaining the process, obtaining informed consent, and monitoring vital signs.
- Equipment setup and operation:Setting up and calibrating specialized electrophysiology equipment such as catheters, mapping systems, and stimulators, ensuring proper functionality.
- Catheter placement:Assisting the cardiologist by positioning cardiac catheters within the heart chambers to accurately record electrical activity.
- Electrogram interpretation:Monitoring and interpreting real-time electrocardiogram (ECG) readings during procedures, identifying abnormal rhythms and notifying the physician.
- Data recording and analysis:Recording and documenting procedural data, including electrograms, hemodynamic measurements, and fluoroscopic images.
- Aseptic technique:Maintaining sterile conditions in the EP lab throughout procedures.
- Patient monitoring:Closely observing patient vital signs during procedures, identifying any complications and taking immediate action if necessary.
- Communication with the team:Clearly communicating information to the cardiologist and other healthcare team members regarding patient status and procedural progress.
Qualifications
- Two-year Allied Health program or 1 year Certificate in Surgical Technology or Associate Degree in Nursing (RN), Special Procedures, Respiratory Therapy, Paramedic, Radiology Technology with board eligibility.
- If RN, graduate of an approved School of Nursing with a current NC RN license or RN multi-state licensure privilege through the Nursing Licensure Compact.
- Prefer two years in Invasive Cardiovascular Lab with a PTCA program or Critical Care area. BLS and ACLS certified.
- Registry exam required within 18-24 months of date in position.
