Cath Lab Tech
Bend, OR
American Traveler
4x10 hrs, Days
$3,166/weekOverview
- Start Date09/07/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care250 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 7, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Cath Lab / Special Procedures Technologist with 1+ year of experience supporting IC, IR, Vascular, Structural Heart, and Neuro procedures.
Details
- 13-week assignment in a Cath Lab supporting Interventional Cardiology, Interventional Radiology, Vascular, Structural Heart, and Neuro specialties
- Average daily caseload of 15 cases
- Day shift schedule, 4x10 hours from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Requires weeknight and weekend on-call coverage with a 2-hour callback minimum
- On-call requirement includes 8 call days within a 4-week period and 1 call weekend every 3-5 weeks (Friday-Monday), plus 24-hour on-call coverage on Saturdays and Sundays
- May float within the Cath Lab unit to meet facility needs but not to sister facilities
- Facility will attempt to accommodate consistent block scheduling
- Utilizes Philips imaging systems, Philips Xper hemo system, Philips and Boston IVUS/IFR/FFR, OCT, Roto, Penumbra, Angiojet, Jetstream, EKOS, and Shockwave equipment
- Uses electronic charting system
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of Cath Lab experience required
- ARRT (R) certification required
- BLS and ACLS certification required
- State license required if applicable
- Experience with diagnostic and left/right heart catheterizations required
- Experience with PCI, PTCA, and rotablator atherectomy procedures required
- Experience with cardiac stent placement and cardiac implant closure devices required
- Experience with IABP placement and removal required
- Ability to interpret dysrhythmias and recognize life-threatening arrhythmias required
- Experience scrubbing and maintaining a sterile field required
- Proficiency with any electronic charting system required
Additional Information
- Structural heart procedures (TAVR, Mitraclip, Watchman) are covered by the in-house cath lab team
- Responsibilities include equipment set up, room circulator duties, and scrub/sterile field maintenance
- Must follow isolation precautions, PPE protocols, infection control, and sterile technique standards
- First-time travelers will be considered for this role
- Local candidates within 75 miles of the facility are not accepted
- RTO restrictions of 7 days apply
- Candidates with pending state license applications may be considered
Facility
Saint Charles Bend Medical Center
1 nurse recommends working with Saint Charles Bend Medical Center
Pros
Traveler friendly. Lots of staff. Busy LDRP but not insanely busy. Bend is a beautiful city with lots of things to do.
Cons
Cost of living is high.
- Short Term Acute Care
- 250 beds
Employer
American Traveler
82 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Very professional and most accommodating recruiters; they will be in touch consistently to make sure they get the best match for you and work with you every step of the way. Special thanks to Nicole A. The best, ever! 😊
Cons
None
Recommends working with American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Bend, OR
As a Travel Cardiac Catheterization Technologist in Bend, OR here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Bend, OR is higher than the national average, particularly in terms of housing and transportation.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 70-85°F, while winter lows can drop to 20-30°F.
- Bend experiences a dry climate with over 150 sunny days per year.
- Short term rentals are available in Bend, but they may require some effort to find due to high demand, especially during peak tourist seasons.
- Bend is car-friendly, with limited public transportation options.
- A car is typically necessary for getting around the city and exploring the surrounding outdoor attractions.
- Bend has a relatively homogenous population with a majority of residents being White.
- The city has a wide age range, with a growing population of retirees.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the high desert climate.
- Bend attracts a significant number of travel nurses due to its outdoor recreational opportunities.
- Bend offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, climbing, biking, rafting, and skiing.
- The city also has a vibrant downtown area with boutiques, galleries, and breweries, as well as opportunities for art, music, and sports enthusiasts.
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