Cath Lab Technologist
South Charleston, WV
Access Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Rotating

Cath Lab Technologist

Location: South Charleston, West Virginia
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Work in a Cath Lab with 2 suites/labs performing approximately 5-10 cases per day.
• Procedures include diagnostic left and right heart catheterizations, PCI, IABP, and temporary pacemaker support.
• Responsibilities include scrubbing and assisting physicians, requiring knowledge of sterile technique.
• Collaborate with RNs who circulate, sedate, and complete documentation.
• Use Siemens software and equipment.
• On-call 24/7 with a 30-minute call response time.

Schedule & Call Requirements

• Five days per week; start and stop times vary based on case scheduling.
• One week of on-call per four-week schedule (Monday 7 AM to following Monday 7 AM). Call may be consecutive or split.
• Weekend call from Friday after hours until Monday 7 AM if not on the Monday-to-Monday call.
• Rotational holiday call.
• Mandatory call/standby required.
• No floating required, but extra hours possible on other units if experienced.
• Surgical attire provided.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of prior Cath Lab or Radiologic Tech experience. First-time travelers with good experience are acceptable.
• ARRT certification required.
• BLS certification required.
• Radiation badge must be provided by the agency (not provided by the facility).

Orientation

• General hospital orientation plus department-specific computer training.
• Up to 36 hours or one week of orientation in the department.
• Orientation includes four 10-hour shifts, up to 7 days of call per schedule, and 1-2 late shifts with weekends and holidays in rotation.

Additional Notes

• Candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are not accepted.
• Travelers cannot exceed 1 year with the system; 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 through an agency.
• Candidates with license issues will not be accepted.