Cath Lab Technologist
Fayetteville, GA
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Travel/Contract Position

Location: Fayetteville, Georgia
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Unit Details

• Procedures include:

  • Cath Lab
  • Left/Right Heart Diagnostic Cardiac Catheterizations
  • PCI balloon angioplasty procedures (drug eluting and non-drug eluting stents)
  • Pericardiocentesis
  • Aortograms
  • Peripheral Angiograms, Balloon Angioplasty, and Stent placement
  • Cardiomems Placement
  • Temporary Pacemakers
  • IABP/Impella Placement
  • Treatment of Chest Pain, CAD, STEMI, Cardiogenic Shock, and Tamponade

Schedule

• Monday to Friday with variable days off
• Weekend work only required with call shifts
• Call shifts average 10-14 days per month (typically 12), including weekends
• Floating within facility/scope of practice as needed

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of specialty experience required
• First-time travelers accepted (prior travel experience NOT required)

Orientation & Compliance

• Clinical screening required to determine clinical fit
• Maximum return-to-office (RTO) time: 7 days
• Full compliance required to start on time; non-compliance results in a 2-week delay due to orientation scheduling
• Orientation hours vary based on contract length (e.g., 12 weeks = approx. 12 hours orientation)

Holiday Work Expectations

• If 1 major holiday falls during assignment, traveler expected to work it
• If 2 major holidays fall during assignment, traveler expected to work both
• If 3 major holidays fall during assignment, traveler expected to work 2 of them
• Major holidays include: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year's Eve/Day

Required Certifications & Verifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): Required for RNs/RRTs/CRTs in critical care and cardiac specialties
• BLS (Basic Life Support): Required except for some tech roles
• Other certifications may be required depending on specialty (PALS, NRP, EFM, NIH Stroke Certification)
• State License: Must be licensed in Georgia (for CRTs & RRTs)
• Education Verification: Degree verification required; can be pending at start with proof of processing
• Tech Cert Verification: National certification verification if applicable
• CEUs: Required for Mammography techs (proof of 15 CEUs in last 3 years)

Required Health Documents

• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months
• TB Questionnaire updated annually
• Proof of immunizations or titers for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series, titer, or declination)
  • Varicella
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (cannot start with results pending)
• Flu vaccination or signed declination required during flu season

Competency Exams & Testing

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (for RNs and LVNs)
• Color Blind Testing (all candidates)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (for Telemetry, ICU, ER, Cardiac step-down, etc.)
• General competency exam for nursing and allied health

Additional Requirements

• Background check within 30 days of start, including education verification
• Skills checklist updated within 12 months
• Work history verification of most recent employer (can be pending at start with proof of processing)
• Two clinical references required

Notes

• Locals accepted at the same rate as travelers
• Floating within the facility as needed within scope of practice
• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific policies such as Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance Policy prior to start

This position offers a comprehensive cardiac and radiology experience in a dynamic hospital setting with a structured schedule and clear compliance requirements. Ideal for healthcare professionals with at least 2 years of specialty experience seeking a travel contract in Georgia.