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RCIS
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Lakewood, CO, 80228-1527
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 33.4-50.55 HOUR
Date Posted : 9 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Qualified external applicants with at least six months of direct RCIS experience are eligible for a $7,500 sign-on bonus!*
To be eligible for the sign-on bonus, you must be hired into a full-time or part-time position; PRN positions are not eligible. Some exclusions apply. Apply to chat with a recruiter about the details!
Depending on your location, you may be eligible for up to $8,000 in relocation assistance!
You have a purpose, unique talents and NOW is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more.
Join our team as an Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS). In our Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist role, you will assist physicians in performing a variety of highly specialized Cardiovascular procedures including, but not limited to, diagnostic and interventional catheterization, pacemaker/defibrillator implantation, intra-aortic balloon pump operation (IABP), and electrophysiology studies.
$4.75/hr Cath Lab Differential Applies upon hire.
Job Requirements
In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:
- One year of Cardiac Catheterization Lab experience, preferred. Special procedures experience, preferred
- A graduate of a diploma, associate or baccalaureate academic program in health science or Graduate of a accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology also acceptable-required
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association required
- Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) through CCI; OR Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES); OR RRT with post primary certification of Cardiac-Interventional Radiography through ARRT required
- Colorado Surgical Assistant License or Surgical Technologist Certification upon hire unless performing SA duties within the scope of another active Colorado license, certification, or registration (required for Colorado employed staff only) required
- Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) upon hire or within 6 Months of Hire
Physical Requirements-Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)
Where You'll WorkAt CommonSpirit Mountain Region, we believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness.
The Cardiac Cath Lab at St. Anthony Hospital, one of our proud Magnet® hospitals, is a four-room cardiovascular lab, where employees care for those requiring interventional and structural heart procedures, including Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), MitraClip, Laser Lead Extraction, Atrial-Flutter and Atrial Fibrillation Ablation, explants and implants, Arterectomy, Balloon Angioplasty and stents. Cath Lab team members work collegially with our specialty medical providers. We provide preparation and recovery of inpatients and outpatients requiring use of the Cardiac Cath Lab. Our unit staffs Monday through Friday with on-call support after hours and weekends. New technology and techniques provide new arenas for life-long learning.
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Frequently asked questions
Working at the St. Anthony Hospital cath lab in Lakewood offers exposure to advanced cardiovascular procedures like TAVR and electrophysiology studies, requiring RCIS professionals to adapt quickly and collaborate closely with specialty physicians in a fast-paced yet supportive healthcare setting.
Holding credentials such as the RCIS certification via CCI and a Colorado surgical assistant license significantly enhances job prospects in Colorado, where regulatory compliance and specialized cardiac tech skills are highly valued within local hospitals and health initiatives.
An RCIS typically demands at least six months to a year of hands-on cardiac catheterization experience, with preferences for those skilled in interventional procedures, setting it apart by emphasizing proficiency in invasive cardiovascular technologies and direct patient care during complex cardiac interventions.
RCIS professionals can progress toward specialized roles such as electrophysiology specialists or cardiac interventional radiographers, with opportunities to lead cath lab teams, engage in advanced procedural training, or transition into cardiac device implantation coordination as their expertise deepens.
In Lakewood, RCIS salaries typically range from $65,000 to $85,000 annually, influenced by experience level, certifications, and hospital prestige. Additional compensation, like cath lab differentials and sign-on bonuses, can further enhance total earnings in this competitive regional market.
Catholic Health Initiatives offers robust onboarding that includes sign-on bonuses and relocation assistance, fostering a community-oriented culture that encourages continuous learning and skill advancement within their cardiac cath labs and broader healthcare network.
At Catholic Health Initiatives, RCIS roles are primarily full-time or part-time to qualify for benefits like sign-on bonuses, while PRN positions are available but excluded from certain incentives, reflecting the organization's commitment to stable, dedicated staffing in critical cardiac care areas.
Catholic Health Initiatives distinguishes itself with its magnet-designated hospital environment, comprehensive benefits including cath lab pay differentials, and a mission-driven culture that values humankindness, making its RCIS roles uniquely appealing within Lakewood’s healthcare landscape.
Many underestimate the physical component of an RCIS role; these specialists frequently exert moderate force, such as handling equipment up to 50 pounds, requiring stamina and ergonomic awareness to safely support complex cardiovascular interventions.
Leveraging relocation assistance up to $8,000 and understanding local certification requirements, including Colorado surgical assistant licensing, enables RCIS specialists to integrate smoothly into Lakewood’s healthcare facilities and meet state-specific practice standards efficiently.