Cath Lab Technologist
South Charleston, WV
Host Healthcare
6x7 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Cath Lab Technologist - South Charleston, West Virginia

Job Overview

• Specialty: Cath Lab Technologist (Radiologic Technologist in Cath Lab)
• Location: South Charleston, WV
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Unit: Cath Lab Tech
• Shifts: Five days per week; start and stop times vary based on case schedule
• Call Requirements:

  • Mandatory on-call for Rad Techs
  • One week of on-call per four-week schedule (Monday 7 AM to following Monday 7 AM)
  • Call can be consecutive or split throughout the week
  • Weekend call from Friday after hours until Monday 7 AM (if not on Monday-to-Monday call)
  • Rotational holiday call
  • Call response time: 30 minutes
• Floating: No floating required; extra hours possible on other units if experienced
• Orientation: General hospital orientation plus up to 36 hours (one week) of department-specific training
• Dress Code: Surgical attire provided

Patient Population & Work Environment

• 2 Cath Lab suites/labs
• Average 5-10 cases per day
• Common procedures: Diagnostic left and right heart catheterizations, PCI, IABP, Temporary pacemaker
• Equipment: Siemens software and equipment
• Cardiologist on-call 24/7

Required Certifications & Licenses

• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Radiation badge required (provided by agency, not facility)

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of prior Cath Lab or Radiologic Tech experience (higher value from description)
• First-time travelers are acceptable if they have good experience
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required

Additional Notes

• Candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are not accepted
• Maximum tenure with the system is 1 year total (across facilities)
• After 1 year, a 2-year break is required before returning
• Prior employees must have been away from the system for 2 years before reapplying
• Candidates with license issues will not be accepted

This position is ideal for experienced Cath Lab Technologists seeking a travel contract with a structured call schedule and a supportive orientation process.