Heart and Vascular Registered Cardiac Invasive Specialist - AF1851 - Bemidji
Sanford Health
Summary
Performs and assists with diagnostic and interventional radiographic procedures as directed by Vascular Surgeons, Cardiologist or Radiologists according to Society of Invasive Cardiovascular Professionals (SICP) quality standards and scope of practice.
Job description
Summary
Performs and assists with diagnostic and interventional radiographic procedures as directed by Vascular Surgeons, Cardiologist or Radiologists according to Society of Invasive Cardiovascular Professionals (SICP) quality standards and scope of practice.
Job Description
Ability to perform all of the duties of a Cardiac Technologist. Ability to work with growth and development needs of unique client populations. Possesses a thorough knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, hemodynamic principles, X-Ray techniques and emergent and routine cardiac care. Utilizes effective cardiac communication skills and knows change process and utilizes conflict resolution. Possesses expert level understanding of pharmacologic options to treat patients. Understands any special protocols for conscious sedation of patients. Ability to work with the growth and development needs of unique client populations including children to geriatrics.
Qualifications
Knowledge for this position is usually acquired through a LPN program or as a cardiovascular technician. Must have experience in a cardiovascular setting or equivalent training specific to this specialized area. Certification as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) is preferred. Basic Life Support required, ACLS within 6 months of hire.
Requirements
- Knowledge acquired through LPN program or cardiovascular technician training
- Experience in a cardiovascular setting or equivalent specialized training
- Basic Life Support certification required
- ACLS certification within 6 months of hire
- Certification as Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) preferred
Company overview
Sanford Health is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, operating as a nonprofit organization headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Founded in 1894, the organization has grown into a comprehensive health system with 44 medical centers, 482 clinics, and more than 200 senior living facilities across 26 states and nine countries. Sanford Health provides a full spectrum of healthcare services including acute care hospitals, specialty clinics, senior care through the Good Samaritan Society, genomic medicine, global clinics, and the Sanford Health Plan insurance program. The system employs over 48,000 healthcare professionals including 1,400 physicians and delivers care through five Centers of Excellence: Cancer, Children's, Heart, Orthopedics/Sports Medicine, and Women's Health. Annually, Sanford Health handles approximately 5.3 million outpatient visits, 84,000 admissions, and 136,000 surgeries. The organization is also actively involved in medical research and education through partnerships with academic institutions, positioning itself as a regional healthcare leader in the Midwest with expanding international presence.