Pediatric Cath Lab Technologist
Tacoma, WA
Thrive Staffing
4x10 hrs, Days
$3,283/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration15 weeks
- Facility InformationChildrens
Pay
Qualifications
- Cardiac Catheterization Technologist (2 years)
Description
Contract Duration
15-week contract opportunity.
Location
Seattle, WA
Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of experience required.
- Prior experience in pediatric cath lab is mandatory.
- First-time travelers will not be accepted.
Licenses and Certifications
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) and/or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Current Washington State Radiologic Technologist and/or Cardiac Invasive Specialist Certification (CISC)
Patient Types and Common Diagnoses
Experience with the following pediatric congenital diagnostic and interventional procedures required:
- Left Heart Catheterization (LHC) / Right Heart Catheterization (RHC)
- PDA/VSD/ASD closures
- Septostomy
- Congenital structure stenting/ballooning
- Collateral closure
Additionally, experience with pediatric electrophysiology cases is necessary:
- Pacemaker implant and generator exchanges
- Loop recorder implant/removals
- Electrophysiology study with radiofrequency ablations for SVT, WPW, atrial tachycardia, PVC
Required Skills
- Proficient in circulator and patient monitoring, with sedation needs provided by anesthesia.
- Preferred monitoring experience includes PACS (Picom), HeModynamic (Merge), and C-arm (Siemens Artis).
Electronic Medical Records
Experience with EPIC Cupid is preferred.
Floating and Weekend Rotation
- No floating required.
- Weekend coverage on call only, typically 1-2 weekends per month (anticipated every 3rd week).
Call Requirements
Seven call shifts (including weekends) in a three-week rotation:
- Weekday call: End of Shift (EOS) to 07:00 the following day.
- Weekend call: EOS Friday to 07:00 Monday.
- 45-minute response time; no sleep room available.
Holiday Expectations
On-call coverage is required, included in the department call rotation.
Shift Details
Shifts are 10 hours, from 07:00 to 17:30.
Scrub Color
Scrubs are provided by the facility, including lead. Extended sizing available for scrubs, but not for lead.
Facility Information
The facility is a Level II pediatric trauma center with 82 total beds and one Cath/EP Lab.
Facility
Mary Bridge Children's Hospital and Health Center
- Childrens
Employer
Thrive Staffing
At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.
About Tacoma, WA
As a Travel Cardiac Catheterization Technologist in Tacoma, WA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Tacoma is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Summer average highs range from 70-80°F, while winter average lows range from 35-45°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Tacoma and can be found with relative ease, especially in popular areas close to the city center.
- Tacoma is car-friendly with good road infrastructure.
- Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system, providing convenient access within the city and to neighboring areas.
- Tacoma has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the lush greenery and asthma due to occasional air quality issues.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Tacoma.
- Tacoma offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art community with museums and galleries, live music venues, and sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby Mount Rainier and enjoy various outdoor activities.
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