Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Roanoke, VA
PRIDE Health
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Cath Lab Tech - Travel/Contract Position

Location: Roanoke, Virginia
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Schedule & Shift Details

• Shift: Day shift, 4 days a week, 10-hour shifts (7:30 AM – 6:00 PM)
• On-call requirement:

  • 7 on-call shifts and 5 late shifts every 6 weeks
  • One full weekend of call (Friday through Sunday) scheduled together
  • One Saturday shift for elective cases per 6-week period
  • Must be able to return to hospital within 30 minutes when called
• Holiday requirement: Available to work or take call one holiday per 13-week contract
• Charting system: Epic required

Required Licenses & Certifications

• ACLS (American Heart Association only)
• BLS (American Heart Association only)
• ARRT(R) or CCI RCIS certification
• Virginia state license preferred for ARRT(R); emergency authorization granted for travelers while permanent license processes
• Active state license accepted (in hand or pending)

Required Clinical Skills & Experience

• Skilled in cardiac cath lab procedures including:

  • Left and right heart catheterization (LHC, RHC)
  • Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), PTCA, stent placement
  • Atherectomy, temporary pacer, Impella, IABP, TAVR, Watchman, Mitraclip
• Proficient in sterile technique, EKG lead placement, dysrhythmia recognition and interpretation
• Experienced in hemodynamic monitoring and rapid response protocols
• Familiar with diagnostic/interventional cath lab settings using fluoroscopy
• Knowledge of isolation precautions, equipment handling, and supply management

Unit & Patient Population Details

• Adult patient population
• 6 procedure rooms with daily census of 15–20 patients
• Common diagnoses: coronary artery disease, valve disorders, heart failure, atrial septal defect/patent foramen ovale closures
• Advanced procedures performed: TAVR, left atrial appendage closures, Cardiomems, thrombectomy, mitral clips, renal denervation, research protocols
• Equipment used includes: IABP, Impella, Penumbra, Rotapro, CSI, Shockwave, laser, OCT, IVUS

Candidate Requirements & Restrictions

• First-time travelers not accepted
• Local candidates not accepted (radius restrictions apply based on driver's license/state ID address)
• Must provide a valid driver’s license/state ID with an address more than 100 miles from the facility
• Must be able to comply with call-off policy: facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check required within 1 year of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for contract renewals
• Education verification of highest earned degree required
• Drug screen: Negative 10-panel drug test within 30 days of start (instant acceptable)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, confirming freedom from communicable diseases
• Fit test within 1 year of start, updated annually (not required for students/practicum trainees)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Required immunizations or positive titers: Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
• Flu vaccination documentation or declination with masking during flu season
• Photo for badge required (professional quality, no selfies or filters)
• Completion of facility-specific new hire paperwork and compliance documents prior to start
• Orientation Safety Manual review and acknowledgment required prior to start

References & Documentation

• Two clinical references required (hospital evaluations accepted)
• Complete employment application/resume required
• Annual skills checklist update required
• Radiation badge must be supplied by the facility for new candidates (not provided by agency)

Additional Notes

• Must submit all scheduling requests (RTO, block, special) with application
• Must be able to meet all on-call and holiday requirements as outlined
• Emergency authorization for Virginia license holders allows work while permanent license is processing

Requirements / Qualifications

• Valid Cath Lab Technologist license in Virginia
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Cath Lab Technologist
• Cath Lab Technologist experience within the last year
• Completion of at least one travel assignment
• Current ACLS certification (American Heart Association only)
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association only)
• ARRT(R) or CCI RCIS certification
• Experience using Epic electronic health record system

This position offers the opportunity to work in a nationally recognized cardiac cath lab with advanced technology and a multidisciplinary team in a Level I Trauma Center and Magnet-designated hospital.