What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist position at UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper?
Job Description
Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
Job Code : NU3065
Work Schedule : 40 hrs; 7AM - 3PM
7,500 Sign On Bonus!
ABOUT US
We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know - and making connections with - our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.
As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people's lives every day.
JOB TYPE
Classification : Nonexempt
Supervises Positions : No
JOB SUMMARY
Provides care to patients undergoing cardiac and vascular procedures. Collaborates with physicians and other team members to assess, implement, and evaluate patient care in accordance with current policies and procedures.
Patient Care : Interviews and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention.
- Synthesizes data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention.
- Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
Quality : Collaborates with other departments or disciplines to achieve desired quality outcomes.
Communication : Demonstrates superior interpersonal and communication skills.
Medical Knowledge : Provides primary health care and performs selective medical services under the direction of practice physicians.
The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education : High School Diploma or GED required - RN graduate of an accredited nursing program with current RN licensure in applicable state -OR- graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Technologist Program resulting in RCIS or RCES certification -OR- graduate of an accredited Radiological Technologist (RTR) Program and currently registered by ARRT (required). If ARRT certified, the applicant may also be certified in Cardiac Intervention (CI) or Vascular Intervention (VI) in lieu of RCIS or RCES -OR- a graduate of an accredited RCIS program resulting in RCIS certification (required) -OR- other professionals (IE. : Respiratory Therapist (RRT), EMT Paramedic (EMT-P, Cardiovascular Tech) that possess an RCIS / RCES certification or eligible to sit for the exam in two (2) years of hire.
Experience : Critical Care / Telemetry / Hemo / Dialysis background, Cath / EP Lab or Special Procedure experience preferred. RT and CVT who do not already possess one of the above-mentioned certifications will have 2 years from date of hire to obtain. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.
Licensure : CVN or CCRN for nursing preferred.
Additional Skills / Requirements Required : Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skill validation and competency testing. Pass Cardiac Dysrhythmias Test.
Additional Skills / Requirements Preferred : N / A
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Demand Code : 17A, Medical Technician / Other Techs
Work Function / Activity : Medium to Heavy Physical Demand
The job requires constant sitting, standing, walking, and bending / stooping. Frequent repetitive body movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift / push / pull up to 100 lbs. occasionally. For any weight over 35 lbs. use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper.
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