Cath Lab Technologist
San Francisco, CA
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Cath Lab Tech

Overview

• Location: San Francisco, California
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Unit: Interventional Cath Lab
• Schedule: 4 x 10-hour days (40 hours/week), with 7:00 or 9:00 start times. Rotating nights and weekend call required.

Job Description

Supports cardiologists, radiologists, and registered nurses in executing and technically analyzing procedures performed in the Interventional Cath Lab. Works under a cardiologist's supervision to deliver safe, precise treatment. Builds patient and family confidence through competent assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication. Follows all local, state, and federal regulations, codes, and policies. May mentor and train students.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Cath Lab Technologist license in California
• Cath Lab Technologist with 2 years of experience
• Cath Lab Technologist experience within the last year
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• RCES or RCIS

Certification Details

• BLS and ACLS must be from AHA or ARC only.

Onboarding and Compliance Requirements

• Background: 7-year background check completed within 6 months of start, including Social Security trace, county and nationwide searches, sex offender search (within 90 days of start), and education verification of highest level achieved. Monthly exclusion-list screening (OFAC, OIG, SAM) and annual EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks. Open cases are not allowed at start.
• Employment history: Full 7 years of work history on the application, with gaps over 30 days explained. Employment verification up to 7 years. Gaps or discrepancies over one year require client approval.
• References: 2 professional references (Clinical and Allied candidates).
• Health: Physical exam within 1 year of start. Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start. TB screening questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually, plus a negative QuantiFERON or TSPOT within 90 days or two PPDs, renewed annually.
• Immunizations: Measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, hepatitis B, and Tdap documentation, or approved exemptions. Annual seasonal flu vaccination or documentation (required during flu season, November 1 to April 30).
• Fit testing: Fit test within 1 year of start, renewed annually. Mask fit testing is not required for Clinical Lab Scientists, Pharmacists, Pharm Techs, or Flu Clinic workers.
• Vision: In-person color blind exam by a licensed healthcare provider before start. Online exams are not accepted.
• Respiratory safety: Respiratory safety clearance completed before start and renewed annually.
• Orientation: Facility-specific documents must be reviewed or signed before start, including general regulatory orientation, code of conduct, vendor training, and overpayment refund policy.
• Other: Passport-style badge photo (per diem only). Conditional clearances are not accepted at the facility.