Travel Level II - Cath Lab Technologist
Grand Blanc, MI
Integrated Healthcare Services
4x10 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II

Location: Grand Blanc, Michigan
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II with comprehensive knowledge and skills in cardiac catheterization procedures, cardiac and vascular physiology, and related medical terminology. The role involves assisting with orientation and training of Cath Lab staff, participating in special projects and committees, and adhering to medical ethics.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate understanding of cardiac, vascular, respiratory, and renal physiology and pathology.
• Recognize and interpret ECG waveforms, lethal arrhythmias, and ECG changes related to heart chamber enlargement and myocardial infarctions.
• Perform and monitor diagnostic cardiac catheter procedures and percutaneous interventions.
• Identify coronary anatomy and cardiac pressure waveforms; calculate hemodynamic parameters.
• Record catheterization events and manage supplies for diagnostic cardiac catheterization.
• Perform cardiac outputs, O2 saturations, and Activated Clotting Time (ACT) measurements.
• Understand and explain indications and complications of thrombolytic therapy and advanced imaging technologies.
• Identify components and operate Cath Lab fluoroscopy systems to assist physicians during procedures.
• Respond appropriately during cardiac arrest situations using ACLS standards.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Allied Health Sciences program (e.g., Cardiovascular Technology, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, Exercise Science, Cardiac or Vascular Sonography, or equivalent).
• Certification as one of the following:

  • Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)
  • Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES)
  • Radiology Technologist (ARRT) with Cardiac or Vascular Interventional certification.
• Valid Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required within six months of hire.

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum experience consistent with Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II level (typically 2+ years).

Additional Requirements & Working Conditions

• Must meet core customer service standards including communication, teamwork, motivation, sensitivity, and respect.
• Ability to scrub in a sterile environment for extended periods.
• Ability to wear lead aprons weighing up to 5 lbs for extended periods.
• Ability to assist with lifting patients and pushing stretchers/beds with immobilized patients, with team assistance as needed.
• Must be self-directed, flexible, committed to teamwork, open to learning, and respectful of diversity.

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.

This position is ideal for healthcare professionals with solid cardiac cath lab experience seeking a 13-week contract in Michigan.