Cath Lab Technologist
Columbia, SC
Access Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days

Cath Lab Tech – Travel/Contract

Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Shift: Day shift, 4 days per week, 10 hours per day (7:00 AM – 5:30 PM)
• Caseload: Approximately 20 cases per day, working in teams of 2 CVTs per lab
• On-call: Yes; one weekend (Fri-Sun) per month plus one call shift and one evening shift weekly
• Floating: No floating between service lines or sister facilities
• Holidays: As needed

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Cath Lab Technologist, including experience within the last year
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification issued by American Heart Association
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) certification
• Proficient in coronary diagnostic/intervention scrub and monitor procedures

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background check within 90 days of start, including:

  • SSN trace, national and state criminal checks, sex offender registry, FACIS 3, and international searches if applicable
• Employment verification of last 3 clinical employers
• Education verification or diploma/transcripts as placeholder if needed
• Physical exam within 90 days of start, updated annually, confirming ability to meet physical demands without restrictions
• Drug screen: 10-panel urine test within 90 days of start
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: positive titer or 2 vaccines (boosters if low titer)
  • Hepatitis B: titer, vaccine series, or declination
  • Annual TB questionnaire and negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start
• COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; if declined, must complete vaccination declination form
• Flu vaccine required during flu season (Aug 1 – Mar 31) or medical/religious exemption; documentation must be uploaded by December 5 deadline
• Respirator medical clearance annually via RespSafety questionnaire
• Facility-specific forms including confidentiality, contractor forms, ID badge request, and orientation modules must be completed prior to start
• Passport-style photo for badge required (frontal view, solid light background, no hats/sunglasses)

Additional Information

• Local radius: 60 miles
• Locals may be accepted on a case-by-case basis
• Facility uses EPIC for charting
• Parking: No fee; parking pass provided at badge pickup; garages have average SUV clearance
• Hurricane season (June-November) may require emergency response team participation; avoid new or extended assignments during peak months (Aug-Sept) if this is a concern
• Block scheduling may be accommodated with manager approval

Summary

This Cath Lab Tech travel assignment requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, specific certifications including BLS, ACLS, and ARRT or RCIS, and a South Carolina license. The role involves day shifts with on-call responsibilities and a high daily caseload in a busy acute care hospital setting. Compliance with extensive background, health, and immunization requirements is mandatory. Radiation badge must be obtained through the agency prior to starting. Candidates should be prepared for facility-specific onboarding and documentation processes.