Travel Cath Lab Technologist
Rapid City, SD
Care Career
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$3,488/weekOverview
- Start Date08/17/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration15 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$2,144/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,344/week
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- Weekly pay
- Medical benefits
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Travel Cath Lab Technologist – Rapid City, SD | 89-Week Contract | 40 Guaranteed Hours
Location: Rapid City, South Dakota
Facility: 417-bed Level II Trauma Center
Start Date: August 17 (Preferred)
Contract Length: 89 Weeks
Shift: 10-Hour Days (with Call)
Guaranteed Hours: 40 Hours/Week
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Cath Lab Technologist to join a high-volume cardiovascular team at a leading Level II Trauma Center. The ideal candidate must have extensive experience in coronary interventions, structural heart procedures, complex PCI, and peripheral vascular procedures.
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of recent Cath Lab Tech experience
- Experience with:
- Coronary interventions
- Complex PCI
- Structural heart procedures
- Peripheral vascular procedures
- First-time travelers are not accepted
- Must live 100+ miles from the facility
- Former permanent employees must wait 1 full year before returning as travelers
Required Certifications
- BLS
- ACLS
- RT (Radiologic Technologist) or equivalent certification OR RCIS
- Associate Degree (AA/AAS) required
Required Skills
- Table movement (panning)
- Arrhythmia recognition and treatment
- Critical patient assessment
- Experience assisting with:
- STEMI cases
- Cardiogenic shock
- Chronic total occlusions (CTO)
- Diagnostic cardiac catheterizations
- Valvular heart procedures
- Peripheral vascular interventions
- Carotid, renal, and limb salvage procedures
- Impella and LVAD insertions
Schedule & Call - 10-hour day shifts
- On-call requirement:
- 1–2 weekdays per week (4:30 PM–6:00 AM)
- Every 4th weekend (Friday 4:30 PM–Monday 6:00 AM)
- Weekend rotation every 4th weekend
- 4-day unit orientation (10-hour shifts)
Employer
Care Career
Pros
Nick is always very respectful and really helpful. He is very responsive and understanding of my time . I highly recommend Nick and this agency . They are very knowledgeable and a professional work environment. Thank you
Cons
None
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About Rapid City, SD
As a Travel Cardiac Catheterization Technologist in Rapid City, SD here's what you should know:- Rapid City's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 85°F, while the average low in winter is around 16°F, so be prepared for a wide range of temperatures throughout the year.
- Short-term rentals are relatively easy to find in Rapid City, with options ranging from apartments to fully furnished homes, especially in the downtown area.
- Rapid City is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and plenty of parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Rapid City has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities.
- Rapid City offers a variety of activities, including numerous restaurants offering local and international cuisine, art galleries, live music venues, sports events, and plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and exploring nearby national parks.
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