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

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Tech

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

Job Details

• Shift: 4x10 hour days (7:30 AM - 6:00 PM), Monday-Friday, 40 hours/week
• On-Call: Yes, 1-2 nights per week, one weekend in a six-week period, holiday call possible
• Types of Cases: 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
• First-timers Accepted: Yes
• Locals Accepted: Yes, on a case-by-case basis
• Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks; called off hours can be broken down to add up to 1 shift

Required Qualifications

• Cath Lab Technologist with a minimum of 2 years of experience
• Recent Cath Lab Technologist experience within the last year
• ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association

Additional Information

• Charting System: EPIC preferred
• Facility Type: Level I Trauma Center, Teaching Facility, Magnet Hospital
• Travel Requirements: During hurricane season (June-November), employees may be assigned to emergency response teams
• Orientation: Completion of facility-specific orientation modules required before start
• Work History: Verification of last 3 clinical employers required
• Scheduling: Block schedule accommodations possible at manager’s discretion

Notes for Candidates

• Radiation badge processing can take 5-7 days; candidates cannot start patient care without it
• Candidates must renew certifications if expiring within 30 days of start or have scheduled renewal courses
• COVID-19 vaccinations are highly preferred but not required; declination form must be completed if not vaccinated
• Candidates with facial hair are encouraged to shave for fit testing or provide their own PAPR device

This summary includes all relevant details for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Cath Lab Tech travel contract opportunity.