Cath Lab Tech
Charleston, WV
American Traveler
4x10 hrs, Days
$3,095/weekOverview
- Start Date11/10/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 10, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Cath Lab/EP Technologist with at least 1 year of minimum experience (3 years preferred) in diagnostic and interventional cardiac cath lab procedures, including structural heart cases.
Details
- Short term acute care, Level IV Trauma Center and major teaching hospital
- Diagnostic and Interventional Cardiac Cath Lab unit
- Daily caseload of 8-10 cases per tech
- 4x10 hour day shifts from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM
- On-call required with 30-minute response time
- Weekend call rotation from Friday 7 PM through Monday 7 AM, rotating AM/PM as first and backup call
- May float within scope of practice to meet facility needs but will primarily remain in Cath Lab
- No floating to sister facilities
- Charting system is Cerner
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year Cath Lab experience required; 3 years preferred
- Competency required in all aspects of Cath Lab diagnostic and interventional procedures, including structural heart
- BLS and ACLS certification required through AHA
- WV or Compact RT license required; pending license accepted at submission but active WV license and ARRT registration required prior to start
- License required if applicable
- RCIS certification is not recognized as licensure to work in the Cath Lab in WV
- Experience with diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization, cardiac implant closure devices, cardiac stent placement, IABP placement/removal, PCI, and PTCA required
- Skilled in scrub procedures, equipment setup, room circulating, and maintaining sterile field
- Knowledge of infection control, isolation precautions, PPE, and sterile technique required
- Ability to recognize life-threatening arrhythmias and interpret dysrhythmias
Additional Information
- Perform diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterizations, including structural heart procedures, stent placements, and PCI/PTCA
- Responsibilities include equipment setup, scrubbing, circulating, and maintaining sterile technique
- Scrubs provided
- Free parking for travelers
- First-time travelers not accepted; prior Cath Lab experience required
- Minimum 2 years RTO restrictions do not apply
- Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility; those within 75-100 miles may be considered case-by-case for the same rate
- Former permanent employees must wait 2 years from last employment date before returning as a traveler
- Current employees of Vandalia Health System facilities (including CAMC, Mon Health, Davis Medical Center, Broaddus Hospital, Webster Memorial Hospital, Grafton City Hospital, Highland-Clarksburg Hospital, and Minnie Hamilton Health System) are not eligible for travel contracts within the system
Facility
Charleston Area Medical Center Memorial Hospital
1 nurse recommends working with Charleston Area Medical Center Memorial Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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 Charleston, WV
As a Travel Cardiac Catheterization Technologist in Charleston, WV here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 85°F and lows of 64°F.
- Average winter highs of 42°F and lows of 24°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car friendliness is high, as the city is designed for driving.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Charleston offers a variety of restaurants with diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scenes, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and kayaking, and local sports events to enjoy.
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