Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Columbia, SC
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Facility: MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center
Hospital System: Medical University of South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Cath Lab Tech
• Shift: Primarily 4x10 hour day shifts (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM), but may vary depending on procedure completion
• Daily Caseload: 4 to 5 labs per day, with 2 CVTs per lab; approximately 20 cases daily
• On-Call Requirements:

  • One weekend (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) per month
  • One call shift and one evening shift every week
  • Call requirements may change based on staffing needs
• Floating: No floating between service lines or sister facilities
• Holidays: As needed

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 2+ years Cath Lab experience
• First-Timers: Accepted
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA certification required
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • ARRT or RCIS (registered or in process)
  • Must have South Carolina license (SCRQSA)
• Radiation Badge: Required and must be provided by the agency (MUSC does not provide badges)
• Skills: Proficient in coronary diagnostic/intervention scrub and monitor

Facility Highlights

• Type: Acute Care Hospital
• Beds: 304 staffed beds
• Charting System: EPIC
• Scrubs: Hospital-issued Cath Lab scrubs
• Parking: Free parking available with a parking pass provided at badge pickup; garages and lots available (garage clearance for average SUV/truck)

Scheduling & Work Conditions

• Block scheduling may be accommodated with manager approval and unit needs
• Local radius rule: 60 miles
• Locals may be accepted on a case-by-case basis
• Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks; called off hours can be combined to equal 1 shift

Important Notes

• Hurricane Season: June through November; employees and contractors may be assigned to emergency response teams during this time. Consider this before accepting new or extension assignments.
• Orientation & Training:

  • Completion of OurDay modules and first day instructions required before start
  • Modules take approximately 2-6 hours depending on location
  • COVID and flu vaccination documentation must be uploaded into OurDay system
• Photo for Badge: Passport-style, frontal photo with solid light background required
• Physical Exam: Must be current (within 90 days) and attest to ability to work without restrictions
• Fit Mask: Fit testing required onsite; proof of recent fit test with specific mask type may waive onsite test
• Background Checks: Annual background check within 90 days of start, including multiple screenings
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start required
• Immunizations & Health Requirements:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella titers or vaccinations as required
  • Hepatitis B titer, vaccine series, or declination
  • Flu vaccine required during flu season or approved exemption
  • COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Licensure:

  • South Carolina RN or relevant tech license required
  • RCIS Cath Lab Techs must register with SC Board of Medical Examiners
  • Licensure verification and approval required before start
• References: Minimum two clinical references, including at least one from the unit of assignment
• Employment History: Verification of last 3 clinical employers required

Certifications & Compliance

• Must provide copies of all relevant certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, NIH Stroke, IV Therapy, etc.) as applicable
• HIPAA Safety Manual Acknowledgement required
• Facility-specific forms and agreements must be completed prior to start (confidentiality, contractor forms, ID badge request, job description)
• Respirator medical clearance required annually

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work in a high-volume Cath Lab at a major academic medical center with a supportive team and advanced technology. Candidates must be prepared for on-call duties, variable shifts, and compliance with strict credentialing and health requirements.