Cath IR Rad Tech
Elgin, IL
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days
$3,606/weekOverview
- Start Date10/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care255 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Cath IR Rad Tech for a Level II Trauma Center's Interventional Platform, requiring 2+ years of Cath Lab experience and ARRT certification.
Details
- Interventional Platform with 2 Cath Labs, 1 EP Room, and 1 Hybrid Room
- Daily average caseload of 10-12 cases
- Adult inpatient and outpatient population, intra-procedural care only (no pre/post care)
- Cath Lab procedures include diagnostic and interventional heart caths, right heart cath, Impella, balloon pump, thrombectomies (Inari and Penumbra), high risk procedures, STEMI/MI, some CTOs, and PFO closure
- EP procedures include temporary and permanent pacemakers, tilt table tests, ablations, and MitraClip
- Hybrid room procedures include AAA repair, Watchman, TAVR, and carotids
- EMR is Epic; IV pumps are Alaris; medication dispensing via Pyxis; hemodynamics via Merge; PACS by GE
- Additional equipment includes GE Cardio (EP), Siemens and Philips rooms, Inari, and Penumbra
- 8-hour day shifts, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
- May float to IR to assist if trained and comfortable
- On-call required with 10-11 call shifts per month, including 2 weekends per month (Friday/Saturday/Sunday)
- Weekday call hours are 1530-0700; weekend call is 1530 Friday to 0700 Monday
- 30-minute response time required for call; three-person call team includes 1 nurse, 1 tech, and 1 nurse or tech
- No sleep rooms provided for call shifts
- 1-2 holidays of call coverage expected per contract
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of Cath Lab experience required
- IEMA (IL license) required if applicable, along with ARRT, BLS, and ACLS certification
- Skilled in scrubbing and panning simultaneously, Impella, balloon pump, and hemodynamic monitoring
- Hybrid and EP experience preferred but not required
- Epic EMR experience
- Candidate's middle name or initial required for consideration
- Candidate date of birth and last 4 digits of SSN required for consideration
- Minimum of 1 professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
Additional Information
- Facility is a 255-bed Level II Trauma Center, Level 2E Special Care Nursery, Magnet-designated, and Primary Stroke Center
- Charge Nurse support available, occasionally taking patient assignments or covering breaks
- 24/7 RT and Hospitalist support; Cardiologist available during the day and on call at night
- RRT/Code Team responds to codes in the lab
- Transportation available for IR patients only, not Cath Lab
- Orientation includes NEO and 2-3 8-hour shifts of unit orientation
- Procedural scrubs provided
- Free parking available
- First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
- Former Advocate Health employees or subsidiaries must be separated for at least 12 months before being eligible for travel assignments
- No radius restrictions; local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
- Time off requests must be approved through the manager
Facility
Advocate Sherman Hospital
1 nurse recommends working with Advocate Sherman Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 255 beds
Employer
American Traveler
83 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona has been an incredible recruiter to work with during my job search for travel vascular sonography positions. From our very first conversation, she took the time to actually understand what I was looking for, not just throwing generic openings at me, but paying attention to my specialty, my preferences, and my timeline. She's responsive, communicative, and genuinely invested in finding the right fit rather than just filling a slot. Any time I had a question, she got back to me quickly with clear, honest answers. No runaround, no overselling a position just to close it out. Working with Sebrona has made the often stressful process of job hunting feel a lot more manageable. I'd recommend her to any traveler looking for a recruiter who actually listens and follows through.
Cons
None
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.
Elgin, IL
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