Cath Lab Technologist
Modesto, CA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$69-73/hourOverview
- Start Date06/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Cath Lab Tech - Travel/Contract
Location: Modesto, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Details
- Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (6:45 AM – 7:15 PM)
- Hours per week: 36 hours
- Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Required Qualifications
- Valid Cath Lab Technologist license in California
- Minimum 1 year of recent Cath Lab Technologist experience within the last year
- RCIS certification
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA or ARC only)
Preferred Qualifications
- Radiology Technologist with California ARRT license
Background and Compliance Requirements
- 7-year background check within 6 months of start, including SSN trace with all aliases, county searches, nationwide sex offender search, education verification, and FACIS Level 3 screening
- Annual updates required for EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and FACIS screenings
- Education verification required unless highest education is high school
- Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law)
- Full 7 years of work history with no gaps in employment longer than 30 days; employment verification required
- 2 professional references within 3 years (clinical/allied/per diem acute care)
Certifications and Competencies
- BLS and ACLS (AHA or ARC only)
- Additional certifications may be required based on position (e.g., PALS, NRP, CCRN, TNCC) – verify as applicable
- Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
- Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam may be required for some telemetry units
Health and Immunization Requirements
- Physical exam within 1 year of start, cleared for work
- Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (exceptions apply)
- TB screening questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually
- Negative TB test (QGold, TSPOT, or PPD) within 90 days of start, renewed annually
- Immunizations or positive titers required for:
- Rubeola (Measles)
- Mumps
- Rubella
- Hepatitis B (series or declination)
- Varicella
- Adult Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within 10 years
- Seasonal flu vaccination or signed declination required during flu season (Nov 1 – Apr 30)
- Color blindness exam (in-person) if applicable
- Respiratory safety clearance required, renewed annually (not required for some non-clinical roles)
- Drug testing: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start
Facility-Specific Requirements
- Candidate must review and sign facility policies and job description prior to start, including:
- Standards of Business Conduct
- Vendor Training
- Code of Conduct
- Overpayment Refund Policy
- General Regulatory Orientation for Contracted Workers
- TB questionnaire must be signed by candidate and healthcare provider (MD, PA, NP/APN, DO, or RN)
- Religious exemption forms required for facial hair (PAPR) or vaccine exemptions, subject to approval
Additional Notes
- Call shifts and weekend call are mandatory components of this role
- Prior travel experience is not explicitly required
- Must comply with all background, health, and credentialing requirements before start
- Employment application must include full 7 years of work history with locations and no gaps
This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Cath Lab Tech travel contract position in California.
Employer
Host Healthcare
232 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Bethany has been working with me on a couple contracts as a travel PT. She has been extremely responsive and supportive. She was able to help me navigate a contract with a difficult facility and expeditiously find a new contract for me in the same area.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Modesto, CA
As a Travel Cardiac Catheterization Technologist in Modesto, CA here's what you should know:- Modesto's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- In summer, average highs are around 93°F, while average lows in winter are around 39°F.
- Modesto experiences hot summers and cool winters.
- Short term rentals are available in Modesto, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Many options are available for furnished housing, catering to the needs of travel nurses.
- Modesto is car-friendly, with convenient road networks and parking facilities.
- Public transportation options include buses operated by the Modesto Area Express (MAX) system.
- Modesto 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.
- Modesto offers a variety of restaurants, including diverse cuisines.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and theaters.
- Music enthusiasts can enjoy live performances, and sports lovers can engage in local events.
- Outdoor activities include parks, hiking trails, and nearby waterways.
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