Cath Lab Technologist
Los Angeles, CA
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

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

Work Schedule

• 4x10 hour shifts (Days: 07:00 - 17:30)
• 5 weekdays and 1 weekend per week

Unit Details

• 4 procedure rooms (3 cath lab, 1 dedicated EP lab)
• Caseload: Approximately 3 cases per room
• Patient Population: Adults to Geriatrics
• Scrubs Provided

Procedure Types

• Cardiac catheterization and intervention
• Structural heart procedures (TAVR, Mitraclip, Watchman)
• Peripheral vascular angiography and intervention
• EP ablations and device implants

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years experience in Cath Lab, Structural Heart, and EP
• Accepts first-time travelers (no prior travel experience required)

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
• Fluoroscopy Permit

Required Skills

• Surgery/C-Arm Procedures
• Scrub technique
• PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System)
• Fluoroscopy studies
• Stents, angioplasty, angiograms
• Peripheral upper/lower extremities vascular/venous studies

Important Notes

• Return to Office (RTO) documentation must be submitted prior to contract start
• Fire Card specific to Los Angeles required (2-week grace period allowed after start)
• Pass/fail testing for Dysrhythmia/EKG may be required onsite
• Physical exam within 1 year required, confirming freedom from communicable disease and ability to perform job duties without limitations
• Drug testing (7-panel) required within 30 days of start
• Various immunizations and health screenings required (e.g., TB test, TDAP, MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella) with declination forms accepted where applicable
• Fit mask testing required if applicable to unit
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history and federal exclusions required
• Professional references required (2 for clinical candidates)
• Employment application/resume with at least 1 year relevant experience and 7 years work history required
• Skills checklist updated annually required for licensed workers

Additional Training/Certifications (As Applicable)

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) preferred/required for some units
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) or Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training for certain roles
• Harassment Prevention Training (California-specific)
• NIH Stroke Certification for certain nursing roles

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-volume cath lab with advanced structural heart and EP procedures, suitable for candidates with solid cath lab experience and required certifications. First-time travel healthcare workers are welcome to apply.