Travel Cath Lab Technologist
Bakersfield, CA
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$3,460/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
This position is for a Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist located in Bakersfield, California. The role involves working in a STEMI receiving facility with responsibilities spanning cardiac, coronary, vascular, peripheral, general interventional radiology (IR), and neuro intervention procedures. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day. The position offers daytime shifts and requires working every other week as well as being the first to float to different units as needed.
Job Details:
- Location: Bakersfield, California
- Schedule: Days, Every Other Week (EOW), first to float
- Required Qualifications: ARRT certification, Fluoroscopy certification, BLS certification; minimum of 2 years of cath lab experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience handling conscious and moderate sedation, procedural processes, airway management, and cardiac drips such as Integrilin, dopamine, and vasopressors.
- Additional Information: Candidates should have experience with balloon pumps and be comfortable with STEMI receiving procedures. The lab features five suites dedicated to various interventional cases, with case volumes varying from 10 to 22 cases per day. Call responsibilities include rotating inpatient and emergent cases, with weekend call once per month. The hospital can cancel up to four shifts per 13-week assignment, with pay arrangements potentially including full hours for cancellations.
Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Allied
5 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied
Pros
Responsive, honest, fair, speaks up for the traveler
Cons
None
Recommends working with Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
About Bakersfield, CA
As a Travel Cardiac Catheterization Technologist in Bakersfield, CA here's what you should know:- Bakersfield's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 95°F, and winter average lows are around 39°F.
- Short term rentals are easy to find in Bakersfield, with many options available for furnished housing.
- Bakersfield is car-friendly, with a majority of residents relying on personal vehicles.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Bakersfield has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to air quality concerns.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Bakersfield offers a variety of restaurants featuring local and international cuisines.
- The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can partake in local events and outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.
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