Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Brownsville, TX
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,695/weekOverview
- Start Date07/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Technologist in Brownsville, Texas. This role involves assisting with interventional procedures in the cath lab, including heart caths, pacemakers, AICD, Watchman, and EP ablations. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day.
Job Details:
- Location: Brownsville, Texas
- Shift: Days
- Shift Hours: 8
- Minimum Hours Per Week: 40.0
- Number of Positions: 2
- Required Qualifications: Certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS); no minimum years of experience specified; must have IABP, Impella, interventional cath, and peripheral/coronary experience; location in Texas preferred
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with electrophysiology (EP), use of ultrasound, IVUS, FFR, stents, balloons, and other equipment listed; ability to work in IR, ICU if competency demonstrated, and pre/post recovery areas; ability to float as needed to IR, ICU, and pre/post PACU cath units
- Schedule: 8-hour shifts, minimum of 40 hours per week, every other weekend on call, every other night during the week.
- Additional Information: The unit has 2 cath labs, with staff including 2 monitor techs, 2 RNs, and 2 techs. Types of equipment used include IABP, Impella, stents, balloons, IVUS, FFR, and ultrasound. Typical procedures include heart caths, interventions, pacemakers, AICD, Watchman, and EP ablations. The dress code is navy scrubs. The organization requires a 30-minute response time for callbacks.
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 Brownsville, TX
As a Travel Cardiac Catheterization Technologist in Brownsville, TX here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs of around 90°F and lows of around 75°F.
- Winter average highs of around 70°F and lows of around 50°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find, with various options available for furnished housing.
- Car-friendly city with good road infrastructure.
- Limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a mix of cultures due to its proximity to the Mexican border.
- Wide age range with a significant elderly population.
- Common health issues include diabetes and obesity.
- Brownsville has a large population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and proximity to the border.
- Plenty of restaurants offering Tex-Mex and authentic Mexican cuisine.
- Cultural attractions include museums showcasing military aircraft, indigenous dress, and costumes.
- Outdoor activities such as fishing, swimming, surfing, and birdwatching are popular at Boca Chica State Park and Sabal Palm Sanctuary.
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