Cath Lab Technologist
Douglasville, GA
Jackson HealthPros
4x10 hrs
$1,929/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Are you ready to advance your career as a Cardiovascular Technologist in Douglasville, GA. Join a hospital-based cath lab team as a Cath Lab Technologist (Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) and support diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures. You will assist physicians and Cath/EP lab staff, operate specialized equipment, maintain sterile technique, and contribute to quality and patient safety for adult and geriatric patients.
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma required. Associate degree in Health Science, accredited Radiologic Science program, or Bachelor of Health Science preferred.
- Minimum 1 year of work experience in a medical setting required. One year of specific clinical experience (LPN, RT, EMT/Paramedic) may satisfy experience requirement with high school diploma.
- BLS certification required upon hire.
- ACLS required within 180 days of hire.
- Basic knowledge of cardiovascular catheterization and electrophysiology procedures, patient positioning, radiation protection, and basic electrocardiography.
- Ability to maintain sterile technique and assist in monitoring, scrubbing, or circulating roles during procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal.
- Willingness to work varied hours, scheduled cath lab on-call when allowed, and flexibility to meet departmental needs.
- Maintain current licenses and certifications as required by state and employer.
- Preferred: ARRT certification or RCIS (Cardiovascular Credentialing International) certification.
Assignment Details
- Facility type: Hospital.
- Primary specialty: Cath Lab Tech / Cardiovascular Technologist.
- Shift: Days.
- Shift hours: 07:00–17:00.
- Schedule pattern: Monday–Friday with occasional random weekday off as part of schedule rotation.
- Role: Procedural assistant in Cath/EP lab. Will train to perform monitoring, scrubbing, and circulating tasks and to assist physicians during diagnostic and interventional procedures.
- May participate in cath or EP on-call rotation once orientated and competencies verified.
Location Highlights
Douglasville, GA offers convenient access to urban and outdoor amenities within short drives. Douglasville is approximately 20 miles west of downtown Atlanta and a 30–40 minute drive to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The area provides nearby recreation at Sweetwater Creek State Park with hiking trails and the scenic Sweetwater Creek, and is within a one-hour drive to the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area for paddling and river trails. Local features include the Historic Douglasville Square and annual community festivals, a suburban lifestyle with regional dining and retail centers, and commuter access via I-20 and local transit options to the Atlanta metro area.
Thank you for your time and responsiveness. Apply if you meet the requirements and seek a hospital-based Cath Lab role in the Douglasville area. A recruiter will follow up with additional details.
Employer
Jackson HealthPros
About Douglasville, GA
As a Travel Cardiac Catheterization Technologist in Douglasville, GA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Douglasville, GA is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In the summer, average highs are around 89°F, and in the winter, average lows are around 32°F.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Douglasville, GA and can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local real estate agencies.
- Douglasville is more car-friendly, and having a car is recommended for getting around.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The city 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 in the area.
- Douglasville offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international options.
- There are also opportunities to explore art and music, as well as engage in outdoor activities such as hiking and water sports at nearby lakes.
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