Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (CIS) - Cardiac Cath Lab (CCL)

A Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (CIS) Clinician 1 is an entry-level professional in the Cardiac Cath or Electrophysiology (EP) Lab, focused primarily on developing knowledge and skills. Provides safe patient care at a basic level and shows growth in ability to care for increasingly complex patients in the role of scrub and circulator in sterile cardiac procedures. Requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and benefits from feedback.

• This position supports the Cardiac Cath Lab.
• UVA operates five Cardiac catheterization labs.
• Each unit operates independently of one another.
• The Cath lab CIS cares for patients undergoing coronary angiograms, diagnostic and interventional coronary interventions, right heart catheterizations, structural heart cases, peripheral cases, ventricular support devices, and/or pediatric diagnostic and interventions cases.
• It is an ideal environment for individuals who enjoy a fast paced and exciting work environment while focusing on one patient at a time.
• Both units are proud to be part of the nationally ranked UVA Children’s Pediatric Cardiology & Heart Surgery program.

• Regular work hours are Monday - Friday daytime hours.
• No holidays.
• The position requires rotating night, weekend, and holiday call.
• Responsible for performing specialized technologist roles within the invasive cardiovascular procedure setting.
• Operates specific high technology equipment under the direction of a qualified physician to assist with procedures performed on patients which lead to the diagnosis and treatment of congenital and acquired heart and peripheral vascular disease.
• Ensures imaging system for procedures is appropriately operated under the direct supervision of an authorized physician user of radiation emitting imaging equipment.
• Proper radiation and equipment safety standards are consistently met.
• Assists lab team with management of critical care and other complex patients.
• Demonstrates initiative and motivation by seeking opportunities for learning and development Contributes to successful operation of the department Accepts coaching / mentoring from others; open to constructive feedback, active listener Familiarizes self with mission statement and ASPIRE values General understanding of procedural protocols and resources Familiarizes self with department and organizational policies Privacy is maintained at all times for patient and employee information.