Job Description:

The CV Invasive Specialist I performs duties necessary for cardiac catheterization procedures at a technical and professional level requiring some proctoring and supervision of technical detail. The Specialist I performs a variety of technical procedures that require some independent judgment. The CV Invasive Specialist I assumes responsibility and initiative for designated areas and procedures as required. Follows Alliance of Cardiovascular Professionals (ACVP) Scope of Practice or for Electrophysiology the NASPE Standards of Professional Practice for the Allied Professional in Pacing and Electrophysiology.

To show our commitment to you and to assist with your transition into our organization, we may offer 20,000 sign on bonus and/or relocation when applicable.  

 Registered Nurse Cath Lab- Intermountain Health St. Vincent Hospital

Shift Details:

· 40 hours a week; 4 10-hour shifts

· Share on call obligations (requires 30-minute response time)

· Regular Lab hours are 7:30am-6:00pm Monday- Friday( open to shift negotiations).         

· Call hours 6:00pm-7:30am with 24-hour coverage Saturday, Sunday and holidays

 

 

Unit Details:

• Facilities include 2 Cath Labs, 1 Electrophysiology (EP) Lab, 1 Vascular Suite, and 1 Hybrid Operating Room.
• We perform approximately 350 procedures per month, covering a wide range of interventions such as:
•   Cardiac procedures: Diagnostic and interventional catheterizations, Impella support.
•   Electrophysiology: Arrhythmia ablations, SVT, atrial fibrillation, Aflutter, Farapulse technology, Watchman device implantation.
•   Structural heart interventions: TAVR, Triclip, MitraClip, ASD and PFO closures.
•   Vascular procedures: Endovascular, peripheral interventions, EVAR, TAVAR, TEVAR.
• All laboratories are equipped with Philips imaging systems and GE Mac-Lab hemodynamic monitoring systems, along with an Acist contrast injection device.
• Our team is highly proficient with advanced equipment, including Pnumbra, Shockwave, Rotablator, Volcano systems, IVUS, Boston Scientific devices, Impella, balloon pumps, and 3D ICE technology.
• We foster a collaborative and respectful culture comprising Cardiologists, Electrophysiologists, Vascular Surgeons, and Cardiac Surgeons.
• Procedures are typically performed by three-person teams consisting of registered nurses and invasive technologists.
• Documentation is managed using Epic and Mac-Lab systems.
• The team utilizes a combination of RN-led conscious sedation and anesthesia as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.

• PALS certification for children's hospitals or ACLS certification for adults. New employees must obtain within 3 months of start. 

• Bachelor's degree in health science with six months of health care experience (e.g., Cath Lab, EP, EMT, Paramedic, CNA, Surgical tech)
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• Graduate of a Radiologic Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or Nursing program

• - or –

• Graduate of a diploma or associate program in health science with one year of health care experience (e.g., Cath Lab, EP, EMT, Paramedic, Surgical tech, RN/LPN)
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• Graduate of a non-programmatically accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology which has a minimum of one year of specialty training and includes a minimum of 800 clinical hours. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.

• Intermediate computer skills.

• Current license, where applicable.
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• Surgical Tech/Assistant Certification per state requirements

• Fluoroscopy Operator Certification as required in the state of Colorado

• Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of CV Invasive Training experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.

• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.

• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.

• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.

• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)

• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location:

Intermountain Health St Vincent Regional Hospital

Work City:

Billings

Work State:

Montana

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

$39.16 - $60.42

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