Travel Contract

Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Santa Maria, CA
Olaro
5x8 hrs, Days

$3,786/week

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Overview

Start Date03/30/2026
Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

18% higher than average Allied Health Professional / Cardiac Catheterization Technologist pay in California

Estimated total pay

$3,786/week

Description

Cath Lab Technologist - California (Travel Contract)

Location

City: Santa Maria, CA

Contract Length

13 weeks

Job Description

Seeking an experienced Cath Lab Technologist for a travel contract in California. The role involves working in a Cath Lab and Interventional Radiology (IR) unit with 3 suites/labs. The average caseload is 8-12 cases per day. The position requires floating between IR, Cath Lab, and Electrophysiology (EP) labs.

Work Schedule & Call Requirements

Shifts: 8-hour shifts, typically 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, self-scheduling available
Weekend call: Required every other weekend (may vary), from Friday 3:30 PM to Monday 7:00 AM
Evening weekday call: Required, shift from 3:30 PM to 7:00 AM, with a 30-minute response time
Holiday call: Required if working holidays
Call team: One nurse and two techs on call
Charge nurse available; supervisor on call after hours

Typical Cases

IR: Venous placement, port-a-cath, fistula, biliary tube, nephrostomy tube, IVC filter
Cath Lab: Left and right heart caths, STEMIs, ICDs, pacemakers, carotids, peripheral interventions
EP Lab: Ablations, device implants (EP lab experience preferred)

Equipment & Systems

EMR: Cerner - Xper
Telemetry: Phillips
Ventilators: Yes

Certifications & Licenses Required

Active California Cath Lab Technologist license
BLS (Basic Life Support)
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
NIH certification
Fluoroscopy certification
RCIS or ARRT certification may be required depending on staffing needs

Experience Requirements

Minimum 2 years of Cath Lab Technologist experience required
Prior travel experience preferred but not required

Orientation & Training

One week floor-specific orientation

Additional Information

Floating between Cath Lab, IR, and EP labs is required
Scrub color and scrubs are provided
24/7 Respiratory Therapy and Pharmacy support available
No IV team on site
Weekend and holiday call responsibilities apply to techs as well as nurses

Employer

Olaro

3.3rating(55 reviews)

13 nurses recommend working with Olaro

5.0rating

Pros

Very friendly, extremely helpful and patient, explains the steps needed well and clearly. Very understanding and kind. Dave always made sure to keep in contact and help control my fears as I started my first travel assignment.

Cons

None.

Recommends working with Olaro

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Olaro Company Description
Olaro is a trusted partner in healthcare staffing, connecting nurses and allied healthprofessionals with opportunities nationwide. For over 35 years, we’ve helped cliniciansexpand their horizons by matching them with assignments that fit their lifestyle, careergoals, and personal ambitions.
At Olaro, we value your expertise and support your growth at every step. We offercompetitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and access to diverse clinical experiencesthat build your skills and open doors to new possibilities. With 24/7 support, streamlinedonboarding, and a team committed to your success, you’ll always have a proven guideby your side.
Whether you want to explore new locations, broaden your clinical experience, orachieve better work–life balance, Olaro provides the flexibility and support to help youthrive. Join us, and let’s shape the future of healthcare together.

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