Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist (EP & Interventional)
Kingsport, TN
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Travel/Contract Position

Location: Kingsport, Tennessee
Facility: Holston Valley Medical Center
Hospital System: Cardiovascular Medicine
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Schedule: 4x10 hour day shifts; some late shifts may exceed 10 hours
• Call: 2-3 weekends plus 2 weekdays on call in a 6-week rotation
• Must be able to scrub EP devices (Pacemakers, ICDs, Micras, etc.)
• Must be able to scrub and monitor diagnostic and complex interventional cases; some EP experience preferred; structural experience a plus
• Experience with Siemens Sensis/Epic and Philips Systems required
• Traveler’s permanent residence must be at least 100 miles from the hospital’s service area
• Orientation: General orientation begins on Mondays with online computer-based learning (CBLs)
• Orientation includes 16 hours of nonbillable time
• Hospital may cancel or call off one shift biweekly without penalty due to census changes
• Additional overtime shifts may be flexed based on hospital census without penalty

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA Instructor or Provider; RQI accepted
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA Instructor or Provider; RQI accepted
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA Instructor or Provider; RQI accepted (verify if required)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – Required for ER; can be pending at start but highly preferred
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) – Highly preferred for ER candidates, not required
• National Certification/Verification as applicable (e.g., Certified Surgical Techs)
• HIPAA Safety Manual Acknowledgement – Required annually
• State License Primary Source Verification
• NURSYS Verification (for RN, LPN/LVN, AP)
• NIH Stroke Certification – Check if required or preferred

Competencies

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (as applicable)
• General Competency Exam

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Photo for badge (must meet specific standards; completed within 48 hours of contract signing)
• Staff Info Form (time sensitive; must include Epic experience details if applicable)
• Department-specific uniform guidelines and dress code must be reviewed
• Contaminated Sharps and Body Fluid Exposure Statement (with Hep C titer if applicable)
• Smoking and Tobacco Use policy review
• Influenza policy review and flu vaccination or exemption documentation required
• Respirator Medical Evaluation Questionnaire (time sensitive; must be completed within 48 hours of contract signing)
• Respiratory Medical Clearance Form
• CDC Facial Hair Guidelines for Respirator Use

Health Documents

• Physical Exam: Required within 1 year of start (not annually)
• Fit Mask: Completed onsite; previous fit tests from non-Ballad facilities not accepted
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine or declination
• Negative TB test or Chest X-Ray (2 PPDs within last 12 months or QGold/TSPOT within 3 months)
• MMR Titers (Rubeola, Mumps, Rubella) or documentation of vaccination/boosters
• Hepatitis B series, titer, or declination
• Varicella titer or documentation of vaccination/boosters
• Drug Testing: Standard 9-panel drug screen within 14 days of start (instant test acceptable as placeholder)
• Flu Seasonal Vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct-April 1)

Background and Compliance

• Background Check: Within 30 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• EPLS/GSA/SAM checks required within 30 days of start
• HHS/OIG check required within 30 days of start
• References: Minimum 2, preferred 3
• Skills Checklist: Required
• Education Verification: Required for all candidates
• Tennessee Adult Abuse Registry check required if licensed/certified in TN or working at TN facility

This position is ideal for healthcare professionals with experience in radiology/cardiology, especially those skilled in electrophysiology device procedures and complex interventional cases, seeking a travel/contract role in a cardiovascular-focused hospital system.