Cath Lab Technologist
Bel Air, MD
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Bel Air, Maryland
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: 3 shifts of 12 hours each (06:30 AM - 7:00 PM)
• Schedule: Includes on-call requirements with approximately 8 weeknights and 4 weekend 24-hour on-call shifts per 6-week schedule
• Weekends & Holidays: Required as scheduled and part of on-call duties

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Cath Lab Tech)
• Years of Experience: Minimum 1 year of recent and strong cath lab experience required
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required; first-time travelers are accepted

Certifications & Competencies

• Required Certifications:

  • ACLS (AHA only)
  • BLS (AHA only)
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (required for Cath Lab Techs)
  • NIH Stroke Certification (updated annually)
• Competency Exams:

  • Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (score 80% or higher)
  • Color Blind Testing (required for all candidates)
  • Competency Exam relevant to specialty (score 80% or higher)
  • Age Specific Competency Exam (score 80% or higher)
• Additional: Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training required as applicable

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (including Latex Screen)
• Negative 9 or 10 panel drug screen within 30-45 days prior to start (instant tests not accepted)
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (required for certain units)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (positive titer or vaccination proof)
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or declination accepted)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within required timeframes
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season
• COVID vaccination not required for this location, but documentation or declination collected for tracking

Background & Compliance

• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, updated annually
• Education verification for highest level of education
• Employment history verification for previous 5 years (attestation accepted if necessary)
• Two professional references required, including at least one supervisor/manager or charge RN
• Maryland State Exclusions List check within 30 days of start

Facility Specific Requirements

• Confidentiality agreement and appearance standards must be reviewed and signed prior to start
• Facility-specific job description must be signed prior to start
• Various facility-specific documents and policies to review (e.g., dress code, parking, vehicle registration, hygiene policies)
• OSHA questionnaire required for all candidates
• Badge photo required (passport style with solid white/beige background)

Additional Notes

• Candidates must complete all required documentation and training prior to start
• Some training and competency modules may be completed during orientation
• Time-sensitive documents such as badge application and confidentiality agreements must be completed promptly

This position offers a structured schedule with on-call responsibilities and requires a minimum of 1 year of cath lab experience. First-time travel healthcare workers are welcome to apply.