Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Amarillo, TX
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Amarillo, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work schedule: 4x10 hour shifts, flexible start and end times between 8am-7pm based on case scheduling
• Call required: Weeknights 7pm-7am, Weekends 7am-7pm
• Minimum experience: 2 years
• Recent Epic experience (within last 6 months) required
• Travel experience preferred
• Certifications required: ACLS, ARRT R, BLS, CCI RCIS
• Holiday requirement: Will work 2 out of 3 holidays if needed
• No local candidates; must be willing to travel within a 50-mile radius

Required Certifications & Competencies

• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ARRT R (Radiologic Technologist)
  • CCI RCIS (Cardiovascular Credentialing International - Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist)
  • Other certifications as applicable (PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, MAB, NIH Stroke Certification, CPI)
• Competencies:

  • Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (80% passing score or meet/exceed Angoff score)
  • Color Blind Testing (online acceptable)
  • Competency Exams as applicable to profession (minimum 80% passing score)
  • Annual Core Testing for subcontractors

Required Documents & Verifications

• I9 form (for direct candidates)
• Driver’s License or State ID
• E-Verify (for direct candidates)
• 7-year Background Check (updated annually) including:

  • SS Trace
  • County searches for last 7 years
  • Nationwide search
  • Sex Offender Registry
  • Education Verification (highest level)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks upon hire
• Fingerprinting (time sensitive for New Mexico placements only)
• Education verification or transcript/diploma as placeholder if needed
• Primary source online verification of state license
• NURSYS verification for RN, LPN/LVN, AP as applicable
• Photo for badge

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start (not required annually)
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, must be renewed annually (specific mask types accepted)
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (with follow-up requirements for positive results)
  • TB Questionnaire within 90 days of start (annual renewal if positive)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required; boosters required if negative/equivocal
  • Hepatitis B: Positive titer, series, or declination accepted; boosters if negative/equivocal
  • Varicella: Positive titer, 2 vaccines, or physician-documented history required; boosters if negative/equivocal
• Drug testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start; additional onsite drug screen during orientation (only one attempt allowed)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)
• COVID-19 vaccination (dose 1 and fully vaccinated) or approved medical/religious exemption required; declinations not accepted

Additional Requirements

• Complete employment application/resume
• Unit-specific skills checklist (annual)
• 7-year work history verification
• References:

  • 2 professional references for travel, allied, per diem acute care
  • 1 professional reference for per diem non-acute care (within 2 years of start)

This position requires flexibility, relevant certifications, and compliance with comprehensive health and background screening protocols.