Cardiology Cath Lab Technologist
Mt. Vernon, OH
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Tech

Location: Mount Vernon, Ohio
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 26 weeks
Shift: Day (5 days a week, 8 hours per day, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
Hours per Week: 40 hours
Call: Once a week on every 4th Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

Job Description

• Work in a Level II Cath Lab specializing in interventional cardiology (no open-heart surgery).
• Perform interventional radiology procedures, primarily angiograms and stenting.
• Must have cardiac experience and be able to take STEMI call.
• Competency required in ACLS, IABP, and Impella devices.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Cath Lab Technologist license in Ohio.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Cath Lab Technologist, with experience within the last year.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification.

Experience

• Must be experienced in cardiac catheterization lab procedures.
• Minimum years of specialty experience: Not explicitly stated, but must be experienced and competent in required skills.

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required.
• Unit-specific competency exams required and must be updated annually.
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam may be required depending on role specifics.

Background & Compliance Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID must be carried during hours of service.
• Criminal background check (7 years) required within one year of start and updated annually.
• FBI and BCI fingerprinting results required within 12 months of start.
• E-Verify or attestation proof required.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required and must be updated regularly.
• Education verification required (degree from accredited program).
• Drug screening (9 or 10 panel) required within the last 12 months.
• Physical exam within 12 months of start, attesting ability to meet physical demands.
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year.
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine (no declinations accepted).
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella proof of immunity or vaccination.
  • Hepatitis B titer, vaccine series, or declination.
  • Seasonal flu vaccination/documentation required (medical/religious exemptions accepted with facility forms).

Additional Requirements

• Proof of 2 recent clinical references within one year of start.
• Complete application/resume including 2 years prior clinical practice in acute care or similar area.
• Radiation badge required for all travelers assigned to Cath Lab.
• Must review and sign facility-specific policies including medication management and professionalism/appearance.
• Completion of facility HealthStream training modules immediately upon receipt.
• Must carry valid state driver’s license if applicable (especially for home health travelers).

Work Environment

• 40 hours per week, day shift.
• Call rotation includes every 4th Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
• Interventional cardiology focus without open-heart surgery.

This position is ideal for experienced Cath Lab Technicians with cardiac interventional skills, ACLS certification, and the ability to manage STEMI calls in a busy interventional radiology/cardiology setting.