Bachelor's of Science - Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist
The Health Care Sciences and Services department of Immaculata University
offers a degree program in Allied Health with a specialization in Invasive
Cardiovascular Technology. The cardiovascular invasive specialist assists
physicians in the invasive cardiovascular laboratory. Examinations in the
cardiovascular lab include coronary arteriography, ventriculography,
atherectomies, electrophysiology, other heart-related diagnostics and
therapeutic studies. The cardiovascular invasive specialist not only assists
physicians but also provides extensive personal care to the patient before,
during and after a cardiovascular procedure. Upon completion of the
program, the graduate is ready to assume entry-level responsibilities in the
cardiac cath lab and is eligible to take the registry exam (Registered
Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist-RCIS) offered by Cardiovascular
Credentialing International.
Career Opportunities
Cardiovascular Invasive Specialty is a rapidly expanding field. Invasive Cardiovascular positions will grow faster than the average through 2012. Opportunities are available predominately in Hospital Cardiac Catherization and Electrophysisiology Laboratory settings.
Salary Ranges
Invasive Cardiovascular positions can expect to earn an average salary of $56,000 per year; with additional professional experience and potential management assignments they can earn as much as $65,000 per year.