Cath Lab Technologist
Modesto, CA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Technologist

Location: Modesto, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Must hold AART and California license
• Preferred: Radiology Technologist with California ARRT license
• Experience required in scrubbing, circulating, and monitoring Cath Lab procedures including:

  • Coronary Angiograms with PCI
  • Pacemakers
  • Peripheral Aortograms
• Call requirement: 8-12 call shifts per month, including one weekend of call per month

Required Licenses & Certifications

• AART and California state license
• ACLS (AHA or ARC)
• BLS (AHA or ARC)
• Other certifications may be required depending on position (e.g., PALS, NRP, CCRN, TNCC, EFM)
• State license verification required within 30 days of start
• National tech certification verification required within 30 days of start

Background Checks & Compliance

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start
• Sex Offender Search within 90 days of start
• FACIS Level 3 screening required within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required and updated annually
• Education verification required (not required if highest education is high school)
• Transcript/Diploma verification as applicable
• OFAC Sanctions List and Medi-Cal Suspended and Ineligible Provider List checks as applicable

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (must clear for work)
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually (exceptions apply)
• Adult TDAP within 10 years or lifetime TDAP with booster within 10 years
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days of start, renewed annually
• Immunity or vaccination proof for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series or declination)
  • Varicella
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids per CA law)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or signed declination during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30)
• Color blind exam if applicable (in-person only)
• Respiratory safety clearance required, renewed annually (exceptions apply)

Competency Exams

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam as applicable
• Competency Exam with minimum passing score of 80% or Angoff score as applicable
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam may be required for some units

Facility Specific Requirements

• Passport-style badge photo required
• Review and sign facility-specific documents including:

  • Job Description
  • Standards of Business Conduct
  • Code of Conduct
  • Vendor Training
  • Overpayment Refund Policy
  • Regulatory Orientation
  • Dress Code Policy
  • TB Questionnaire (signed by candidate and healthcare provider)
• Religious exemption forms required for facial hair (PAPR) and vaccine exemptions

Work History & References

• Full 7 years of work history required on application with no gaps
• Employment verification for up to 7 years required
• 2 professional references required for clinical/allied/per diem acute care candidates
• 1 professional reference required for per diem non-acute care candidates

Additional Notes

• Candidates must comply with all background, health, and competency requirements prior to start
• Some certifications and requirements may vary by position; verify with recruiter or manager
• Call shifts and weekend call are mandatory parts of this assignment

This position offers an opportunity to work in a well-established healthcare system with a focus on cardiac catheterization lab procedures. Candidates should be prepared for a fast-paced environment with on-call responsibilities.