Cath Lab Technologist
Salisbury, NC
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Salisbury, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Work in a combined Interventional Radiology (IR) and Cardiology/Vascular/Electrophysiology lab (approx. 80% IR, 10% other procedures).
• Assist providers during diagnostic and interventional radiology and cardiology procedures.
• Responsibilities include scrubbing and circulating during IR/Cath Lab and cardiology procedures.
• Medication administration is performed by RNs only.

Schedule & Shift Details

• 40 hours per week, 8-hour day shifts (07:30 - 16:00).
• Call requirements:

  • Weekday call from 16:00-07:30, twice a week for 2 weeks each month.
  • Weekend call Friday 16:00 to Monday 07:30, once per month.
  • No call the week following a weekend call.
• Call team consists of three staff members, including one RN.
• Weekend work every third weekend.
• Additional coverage may be required and rotated equitably among staff.
• No float requirement.
• Callback time: 30 minutes for STEMIs; IR callback time varies by procedure.

Patient Population

• Adults and Geriatrics
• Common diagnoses include pacemakers (PPM) and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD).

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Radiology/Cardiology specialty.
• Must have Interventional Radiology (IR) experience (approximately 90% IR procedures).
• Skills: Scrub, circulate, telemetry.
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support)
  • ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist)

Preferred Qualifications

• Skills: EKG lead placement.
• Certifications: ARRT Advanced Certification, RCES (Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist), RCIS with medical experience.

Orientation & Training

• Unit orientation: 40-80 hours.
• New techs start directly on the unit on Mondays until Dimensions training is completed.
• Scrubs are provided.

Equipment Used

• GE MAC Lab, Philips iFR/IVUS, Canon and GE Labs
• Angio Jet, Pneumbra, EKOS, Inari, CSI Atherectomy System
• Bovi System for Implanta Plasma Blade Cutter
• Radiofrequency Ablation Unit, Venous Closure Unit
• Sono Site, S2000 Ultrasound Unit
• IABP (Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump), Impella

Compliance & Requirements

• Background checks including criminal, education verification, and state-specific registry searches required within 90 days of start.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start; if past positive TB, physical within 30 days required.
• Fit testing for N95 mask or completion of PAPR training required.
• Drug screening within 30 days of start (10-panel, negative result required).
• Immunizations and titers required: Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (or facility-specific declination), Flu vaccine or approved exemption.
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray per protocol.
• Required certifications must be current and verifiable.
• Radiation badge required for Cath Lab techs and related specialties.

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not required for this position.
• Candidates must be available for interview prior to offer.
• Strict policy on time off after booking (RTO not allowed).
• Medication administration is restricted to RNs only.
• Candidates must complete facility-specific orientation and compliance modules prior to start.

This position offers a dynamic role in a high-acuity combined IR and Cardiology lab with a structured call schedule and a supportive team environment.