Cath Lab Technologist
Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital

Cath Lab Tech - Travel/Contract

Location: Lexington, Kentucky
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Details

• Work schedule: Four 10-hour day shifts per week (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM)
• Call requirements:

  • 1 late call per week (5:30 PM - 7:30 PM)
  • 1 call shift per week (5:30 PM - 7:00 AM)
  • 1-2 call weekends per 6-week schedule (Friday 5:30 PM - Monday 7:00 AM)
• Local travelers within 75 miles are not accepted
• Preferred experience with Philips Single and Bi-Plane Angiography systems
• Required experience with Epic EHR and McKesson systems

Required Qualifications

• Valid Cath Lab Technologist license in Kentucky
• Minimum of 1 year of Cath Lab Technologist experience, including experience within the last year
• Current certifications required before start:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
  • ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
• Experience with Epic EHR system

Experience

• Minimum years of specialty experience: Level 1 preferred (generally entry-level or 1+ years)
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required

Compliance and Documentation

• Employment verification for past 7 years required, with explanations for any gaps over 30 days
• Two supervisor references verified within 6 months of start, preferably direct supervisors
• Annual renewal and maintenance of certifications and competencies required during contract
• Completion of multiple competency exams and skills checklists annually, including medication/pharmacology, unit-specific competencies, math ability, and conscious sedation as applicable
• Facility-specific documents and policies must be reviewed and signed prior to start (e.g., confidentiality, acceptable use, electronic communications, password policy)

Additional Notes

• Candidates must renew all expiring documents prior to clearance for start or continuation of assignment
• Facility provides EKG Certificate of Completion for new hires; renewals require manager signature and upload
• Candidates must complete all required exams and certifications through specified platforms and meet passing criteria
• Failure to meet any certification, exam, or documentation requirement may result in cancellation of assignment

This position is ideal for Radiologic Technologists with cath lab experience seeking a travel contract in Kentucky with a structured schedule and comprehensive credentialing requirements.