Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Omaha, NE
Jackson HealthPros
5x8 hrs
$2,913/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Are you ready to take your expertise as a cardiovascular technologist to new heights. Join a hospital-based cardiac catheterization team in Omaha, NE as a Cath Lab Technologist (Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) and play a vital role assisting physicians and Cath Lab personnel with diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures.
What You'll Do
- Scrub and assist the physician during diagnostic and interventional cases including left heart catheterizations, stent placement, ICD and pacemaker procedures.
- Operate and troubleshoot cath lab imaging and monitoring systems such as Siemens cath systems, Philips IVUS, Sensis, Apollo, and Phillips monitors.
- Perform procedural monitoring, documentation and case-related charting in EPIC.
- Participate in department call rotation covering multiple campuses as required.
- Follow hospital infection control, fingernail, and dress code policies while providing patient care.
Minimum Requirements
- BLS certification (AHA) required.
- ARRT or RCIS registration required. Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) via CCI required.
- Minimum 1 year of Cath Lab experience. Experience performing left heart caths, stent placement, and device cases (ICD, pacemaker) required.
- Experience with EPIC charting system and Siemens cath/monitoring equipment preferred.
- Ability to meet call response time requirements (30 minutes) and to float to other hospital campuses within the system as needed.
- Valid driver's license required at submittal to verify radius rule compliance (50 mile radius restriction). Candidates may not be employed as FT/PT/PRN with facilities associated with the system.
- Orientation: approximately 12 hours department-specific orientation; traveler will be oriented to each campus (1–3 days per campus).
- Preferred: prior travel experience. Preferred but not required: 2 years' Cath Lab hospital experience.
Assignment Details
- Facility type: Hospital.
- Shift: Days. Typical scheduled hours 07:30–16:00.
- Shift structure: 5x8 day schedule with additional call responsibilities (8 hour day shifts plus call).
- Call requirements: 1–2 weeknights per week, 1 weekend per month, rotating holidays. Call covers multiple campuses with a 30-minute response expectation.
- Floating: Yes. Candidate will float as needed to other campuses within the hospital system.
- Orientation hours: 12.
Location Highlights
Omaha, NE offers a mix of urban amenities and nearby outdoor recreation. The Old Market district provides restaurants, galleries, and a streetcar connection in downtown Omaha within a short drive to major hospitals. Lewis & Clark Landing and the Missouri River waterfront are walkable attractions offering riverfront trails and access to bicycle routes. Omaha is approximately 1 hour from Platte River State Park and 2.5 hours from Nebraska’s Platte River and Sandhills region for weekend outdoor activities. The city supports an urban lifestyle with professional sports (TD Ameritrade Park, CHI Health Center nearby) and cultural institutions such as the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, convenient for evening and weekend pursuits.
Additional Notes
- Number of cath suites: 1. Average cases per day: 1–3.
- Patient population: adult inpatient and outpatient; common diagnoses include CAD and AMI.
- Scrubs: hospital-supplied scrubs.
- Fingernail policy: artificial nails prohibited in patient care areas; refusal to comply may result in contract termination.
- Cancellation policy: hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts for a 13-week assignment; fewer cancellations for shorter assignments.
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Employer
Jackson HealthPros
Jackson HealthPros™ provides highly skilled imaging, radiology, surgical, laboratory, and respiratory therapy professionals to healthcare organizations nationwide for short and long-term staffing needs. Part of Jackson Healthcare’s “Family of Staffing Companies" and ranked among the nation's largest in Healthcare Staffing, Jackson HealthPros™ is filling thousands of contracts and permanent positions every month. Make a real difference as a traveling healthcare pro at facilities nationwide that need your experience and expertise while enjoying your favorite locations. Leave the routine behind, earn competitive pay, meet new people, and build a standout resume—all while advancing your healthcare career. With our extensive network of exclusive jobs, we’ll help you achieve your career goals and fuel your passion for care with adventures of a lifetime. Jackson HealthPros™ is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.
About Omaha, NE
As a Travel Cardiac Catheterization Technologist in Omaha, NE here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Omaha is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Omaha experiences hot summers with average highs around 86°F and average lows around 65°F.
- Winters are cold with average highs around 33°F and average lows around 14°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Omaha, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
- Omaha is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include buses and a limited light rail system.
- Omaha has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities.
- Omaha offers a vibrant food scene with a variety of restaurants serving diverse cuisines.
- The city has a thriving art and music community, with numerous galleries, live music venues, and performance spaces.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local teams and outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby state parks and recreational facilities.
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