Pediatric Cath Lab Technologist
Portland, OR
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Pediatric Cath Lab Tech

Location: Portland, Oregon
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 4x10 hour shifts (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM)
Start Date: ASAP
Weekend Requirement: Yes, only when taking call
On-Call Requirement: Yes

Job Description

• Assist physicians during pediatric cardiac catheterization procedures.
• Operate complex radiologic imaging equipment including fluoroscopy and ultrasonography.
• Circulate in procedure room and operate imaging equipment for both adult and congenital cases.
• Cross-train to other service areas such as Electrophysiology (EP) and Hybrid OR.
• Prepare patients and supplies under sterile conditions.
• Scrub in with physicians and assist during procedures.
• Use fine motor skills for prepping supplies and equipment (e.g., threading stents and balloons on wires).
• Obtain x-rays accurately while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Operate automatic injectors and select appropriate contrast agents under physician direction.
• Provide patient care during examinations in collaboration with other staff.
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment; coordinate borrowing equipment as needed.
• Work independently while on-call with department physicians and nurses.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Cath Lab Technologist license in Oregon.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Cath Lab Technologist.
• Cath Lab Technologist experience within the last year.
• Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Cardiac Interventional and/or Vascular Interventional certification from ASRT (RCES or RCIS preferred).
• Knowledge and skills as an EP/Cath Lab technologist.

Additional Information

• First-time travelers accepted.
• Locals accepted.
• Floating within hospital is not required.
• Block scheduling generally not accommodated.
• Radiation dosimetry badge required prior to start.
• Physical exam, fit mask testing, and various immunizations/vaccinations required per facility policy.
• Background checks, education verifications, and references required as part of credentialing.
• Two manager or supervisor references from the last 24 months required.
• Drug testing required within 3 months prior to start.
• Compliance with facility-specific policies and training modules required prior to start.

Certifications Required (Must be AHA Provider Only)

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

Immunization and Health Requirements

• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months.
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine or signed declination.
• Measles, Mumps, Rubella (immune titer or vaccination).
• Hepatitis B vaccine series or signed declination.
• Varicella immune titer or vaccination.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or signed declination.
• Fit mask testing within one year prior to start (N95 or equivalent).

References and Background

• Two professional references from direct supervisors within the last 24 months required.
• Employment application must include at least 7 years of work history.
• Background check and work history verification required and must be initiated within 24 hours of contract signing.

Notes for Candidates

• Must be fully available for compliance needs up until start date.
• On-call work is required.
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot equipment is essential.
• Must adhere to professional appearance and facility policies.
• Training modules and competency exams must be completed prior to badge issuance.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity pediatric cardiac cath lab environment with a reputable teaching hospital in Oregon. It is ideal for technologists with pediatric and cardiac interventional experience seeking a travel contract role.