Pediatric Cath Lab Technologist
Washington, DC
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Tech (Travel/Contract)

Location: Washington, District of Columbia

Job Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Pediatric Cath/EP)
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Typical Caseload: Approximately 4 cases per day
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
• On-Call: Yes, must be able to be on-site within 2 hours of call

Requirements/Qualifications

• Cath Lab Technologist with a minimum of 2 years of experience
• Cath Lab Technologist experience within the last year
• Experience working with pediatric patients
• Electrophysiology Technician experience

Required Qualifications & Certifications

• Pediatric cath experience is a must-have
• Licensure: Valid professional license relevant to Cath Lab Tech role (e.g., RRT if applicable)
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only, must be current and not expire within 30 days of start
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only, must be current and not expire within 30 days of start
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA only, must be current and not expire within 30 days of start
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) - AHA/AAP only, must be current and not expire within 30 days of start
  • CHEMO certification (if applicable based on unit/specialty)
• State License: Copy of professional license required before start
• Primary source verification of license required, must be current and valid

Background & Compliance Requirements

• Background check within 30 days of start covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required
• Education verification required (transcript/diploma accepted if verification pending)
• Drug screening: 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start, including marijuana
• Physical exam within 30 days of start, including latex allergy information
• Fit mask test (N95 1860 or 1870+ or PAPRs) within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tdap vaccine within 10 years
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 60 days (or as per medical history)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) - 2 vaccines or positive quantitative titer with lab values
  • Hepatitis B series and quantitative surface antibody titer
  • Varicella - 2 vaccines or positive quantitative titer with lab values
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season
• COVID vaccine or declination required for tracking purposes

Additional Requirements

• Ability to pass medication calculation exam (if applicable)
• Completion of facility-specific orientation and safety modules prior to start
• Professional references: 2 references dated within past 2 years, preferably supervisors or managers
• Employment application and skills checklist required

Work Policies

• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted with application; no RTO approved after offer
• Traveler responsible for covering any additional shifts if needed

This position is ideal for experienced pediatric cath lab technologists seeking a travel contract in a pediatric specialty setting with a reputable healthcare system.