Cath Lab Technician
Munster, IN
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Radiology Technician

Location: Munster, Indiana
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position: Cath Lab Radiology Technician
• Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM (with call)
  • Shift options include 5x8s (9:30 AM - 6:00 PM) or 4x10s (7:30 AM - 6:00 PM)
• Call Requirements:

  • Cover a call weekend approximately every 6 weeks (2 call weekends per 13-week contract)
  • Call weekend shifts start Friday evening (~6 PM) and end Monday morning (7 AM)
  • On-call staff must be within 30 minutes of arrival for acute STEMI cases
  • Weekday call night coverage once per week (6 PM to 7 AM next day)
• Late Shift:

  • One late shift per week from 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM or until the last scheduled case is finished
• Team Composition:

  • Call teams consist of 2 RNs and 1 RT
• Additional Notes:

  • On-call staff typically not assigned complex or lengthy cases during call shifts
  • Late shift team finishes scheduled cases; on-call team manages acute or STEMI cases

Licensure & Experience Requirements

• Must have a valid Indiana State License (no temporary licenses accepted; compact license or permanent IN license required)
• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum experience consistent with Cath Lab Radiology Tech roles (recommend verifying with recruiter)
• Prior travel experience: Not specified as required

Certifications & Competencies Required

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA required, RQI acceptable, must be current or updated within 60 days of start
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA required, RQI acceptable, must be current or updated within 60 days of start
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - as applicable by specialty
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) - as applicable by specialty
• Annual completion of Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement
• Completion of CEUs, including "ECG Interpretation: Case Studies" (highly encouraged)
• Pass/Fail Testing on EKG/Medication competency on first day of orientation (includes Adult and Pediatric Medication Exams and Dysrhythmia/EKG Challenge)
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (annual update required)
• Color Blind Testing (within 1 year, online acceptable)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (advanced EKG exam with measurements, 90% pass required, remediation process in place)
• Core Competency Exams (Parts I, II, III) and OSHA Mandatory training (annual updates required)

Background & Documentation Requirements

• Background Check within 30 days and updated annually, including:

  • Social Security Trace
  • County Resided & Employed
  • Nationwide Check
  • Sex Offender Registry
  • FACIS Level 3
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks prior to start
• Transcript or Diploma of highest education required prior to start
• State License primary source verification upon hire
• NURSYS Verification (for applicable nursing staff)
• Physical Exam within 1 year, indicating clearance to work with no restrictions and free of communicable diseases
• Fit Mask (N95 respirator) fit testing required prior to start (3M 1860 or 1870 models)
• Negative TB or Chest X-Ray within 1 year (Quantiferon Gold or Tspot acceptable)
• Immunity Titers within past year for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• Drug Testing: 10-panel within 3 weeks of start (instant tests not accepted)
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or exemption documentation required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)
• COVID-19 Vaccination: Required (2 doses Moderna/Pfizer or 1 dose J&J) or approved medical/religious exemption

Additional Facility-Specific Requirements

• Completion of various study guides and attestations related to medication administration, pediatric medication, EKG challenge, and Plum 360 system
• Electronic Health Record Access Agreement prior to start
• Emergency Contact Form required for all staff
• Confidentiality Agreement and Benefits Waiver required prior to start
• Job Description acknowledgment and signing required
• Assessment and Charting Guidelines review prior to start
• References: 2 references from most recent contract (supervisors or charge nurses acceptable)
• Employment Application and Skills Checklist required annually
• Work History Verification

Summary

This is a 13-week travel contract for a Cath Lab Radiology Technician in Munster, Indiana. The role requires a valid Indiana license, multiple certifications including ACLS and BLS, and compliance with extensive background, health, and competency requirements. The schedule includes regular shifts, call weekends, weekday call nights, and late shifts. On-call staff must be able to respond within 30 minutes for acute STEMI cases. Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.