Cath Lab Technologist
Austin, TX
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Cath Lab Technologist

Location: Austin, Texas
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (13 weeks)
Shift: 07:00 AM – 03:30 PM

Job Description

• Prepare and position patients; select anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
• Prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice and regulations.
• Monitor patients during procedures; report abnormal activity.
• Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Perform diagnostic, specialized radiographic, and cardiovascular invasive procedures using ionizing radiation.
• Produce quality radiographic images for physician interpretation; perform complex image manipulation and data analysis.
• Train and mentor medical imaging staff in specialized imaging techniques and sterile/infection control procedures.
• Conduct complex patient assessments including vital signs, pulse oximetry, blood pressure, heart rhythm, venous and arterial access (with physician present), urinary catheterization, suturing, compression, bandaging, and distal pulse checks.
• Perform wire and catheter manipulation and placements as permitted by license.
• Maintain sterile equipment and procedure environment; comply with infection control standards.
• Manage inventory, supplies, procedure scheduling, authorizations, and documentation to maximize reimbursement potential.
• Interview patients and provide pre- and post-procedure education to patients and families.
• Document patient radiation exposure and assist medical radiation physicist.
• Respond to emergency situations and participate in call-back rotations as required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Cath Lab Technologist license in Texas
• Minimum 1 year of Cath Lab Technologist experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Valid Driver’s License

Health and Compliance Requirements

• Documentation of immunizations and health screenings including:

  • Two MMR vaccines or positive IGG titer (no declinations accepted).
  • Two Varicella vaccines or serological evidence of immunity (no declinations accepted).
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series completion or signed declination.
  • Tdap vaccination valid within 10 years (no declinations accepted).
  • Annual Fit Test for respiratory protection (preferred prior to start, can be completed onsite).
  • Two-step PPD or IGRA testing for tuberculosis with required follow-up documentation.
  • Statement of good health or completed physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually.
  • 12-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start and annually thereafter.

Additional Requirements

• Valid, unexpired Driver’s License or State ID matching address on file.
• Completion of criminal background checks including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender Registry, and other required screenings within 90 days prior to start.
• Employment and education verifications completed within 90 days prior to start and updated annually or after breaks in service.
• Completion of onboarding education attestation and skills checklist prior to or at start of assignment.
• Ability to work on-call and rotate through room, case, and call-back assignments.

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• The role involves direct patient care, radiation use, and requires strict adherence to safety and infection control protocols.
• This is a long-term assignment with a defined 13-week contract length.