Cath Lab Technologist
Charleston, SC
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Shift: 4x10 days, 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM, Monday-Friday (40 hours/week)
• On-call Requirement: Yes; 1-2 nights per week, one weekend in a six-week period, holiday call possible
• Types of Cases Preferred:

  • Right and Left Heart Cath Diagnostic
  • PCI, Complex PCI, CTO
  • ASA, PFO/ASD, MitralClip, Watchman
  • PTMV, TAVR, Peripheral, Vascular
• Number of Cath Lab Rooms: 5 plus Hybrid OR

Experience & Certification Requirements

• Years of Experience Required: 2 years
• First-timers Accepted: Yes
• National Certifications Required:

  • SCRQSA
  • ACLS (American Heart Association (AHA) only)
  • BLS (AHA only)
  • CCI with RCIS/RCES (preferred) or ARRT (R) with SCRQSA (R) acceptable
• Radiation Badge: Required (must be provided by agency)

Facility Highlights

• Level I Trauma Center
• Teaching Facility
• Magnet Hospital
• Total Staffed Beds: 865
• Charting System: EPIC
• Parking: Nights and weekends only; one-time $20 parking pass

Scheduling & Hours

• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks; called off hours can be broken down to add up to 1 shift
• Block schedule accommodation is at manager’s discretion
• Locals accepted on a case-by-case basis within 60 miles radius

Important Notes

• During hurricane season (June-November, peak in August and September), all employees and contractors may be assigned to emergency response teams. Travelers should avoid confirming new or extended assignments during this period if this is a concern.

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Proof of work eligibility (I-9, E-Verify)
• Copy of Driver’s License/State ID
• Copy of Social Security Card or SSN verification
• Annual background check covering last 7 years, including SSN trace, state and national criminal checks, sex offender registry, FACIS 3, and international searches if applicable
• Education verification or diploma/transcripts as placeholder
• State-specific search for Medicaid excluded providers (South Carolina)
• Proof of 2 clinical references (hospital evaluations accepted)
• Complete employment application/resume including all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps
• Last 3 clinical employers verified through a 3rd party vendor (attestation letters accepted if verification not possible)

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS (AHA only, RQI acceptable)
• BLS (AHA or ARC only)
• PALS (if applicable for pediatric units)
• NRP (if applicable)
• TNCC (if applicable)
• NIH Stroke Certification (required for ER)
• Medication/Pharmacology Competency Exam
• Color Blind Testing (required prior to start)
• Competency Exam (including OR competency if applicable)
• Tech Certification Verification (national certifications as applicable)
• State License Verification (Primary Source Verification required)

  • SC RN License or compact licensure required
  • Cath Lab Techs may start with SC registration pending full license if SCRQSA license is issued
• NURSYS Verification (for RNs and LPNs/LVNs)
• IV Therapy Certification (for select LPNs if required)

Health & Safety Requirements

• Initial physical exam, updated annually, attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years or declination form
• Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start or proof of prior positive with chest x-ray
• Annual TB Questionnaire
• Proof of immunity or vaccination for Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B
• 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
• Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30)
• COVID vaccines highly preferred; if declined, must complete vaccination declination form
• Respiratory safety clearance and fit testing required; PAPR not provided by facility

Facility Specific Requirements

• Completion of First Day Instructions (FDI) and OurDay modules prior to start (approx. 2-6 hours depending on location)
• Upload COVID and flu vaccination documentation into OurDay platform
• Clear, passport-style badge photo required before start
• Radiation badge process managed by agency; candidates cannot start without radiation badge
• Sterile Processing Techs have additional physical assessment and lab requirements (not applicable for Cath Lab Tech)

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity, teaching hospital environment with a diverse case mix in the Cath Lab. Candidates must meet all certification, licensure, and health requirements prior to start.