Interventional Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Pocatello, Idaho
Portneuf Medical Center

Radiology / Cardiology Travel/Contract Position

Location: Pocatello, Idaho
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Support interventional cardiology, structural heart, and electrophysiology (EP) procedures in the Cath Lab.
• Ability to scrub and monitor Cath, EP, and Watchman procedures.
• Rotating call schedule during weekdays and weekends.
• Work schedule: 4x10 hour shifts, days.
• Accepts first-time travelers.
• Scrubs provided by facility.

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• AART (American Association of Radiologic Technologists)

Preferred Certifications

• AART Advanced Certification

Required Skills

• Scrubbing procedures
• EKG interpretation
• Balloon angioplasty
• PCI (Percutaneous Coronary Intervention)
• Stent placement
• Thrombectomy
• Pacemaker procedures
• Diagnostic catheterizations (including pediatric/neonatal)
• Impella insertion
• Left and right heart catheterizations
• Use of rotablader
• Pacemaker management

Equipment Used

• Siemens
• Shockwave
• Rotoblader/CSI
• Aniojet
• Phillips Allura FD 20

Call Coverage

• Monday to Friday: 6:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Saturday and Sunday: 7:30 AM to 7:30 AM (24-hour coverage)

Location Requirement

• Must live at least 100 miles from the facility to qualify.

Documentation & Systems

• EPIC
• McKesson

Compliance & Onboarding Requirements

Background Checks

• 7-year background check within 1 year of start, updated annually.
• Includes Social Security trace, county searches for last 7 years, nationwide search, sex offender registry, and education verification.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required upon hire.
• Fingerprinting required for New Mexico placements (not applicable here).

Licensure & Verification

• Primary source online verification of state license required.
• NURSYS verification for RN, LPN/LVN, AP roles.
• Education verification mandatory.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start.
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually.
• Adult TDAP vaccine within 10 years.
• Negative TB test (2-step PPD, QGOLD, or TSPOT) within 1 year.
• TB questionnaire for positive TB results, renewed annually.
• Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required.
• Hepatitis B: Positive titer, series, or declination accepted.
• Varicella: Positive titer, 2 vaccines, or physician-documented history required.
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31).
• COVID-19 vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required.

Competency & Skills Verification

• Medication test/pharmacology competency exam as applicable.
• Color blindness test (online version acceptable).
• Competency exams with minimum passing score of 80%.
• Annual core testing for subcontractors.

Other Requirements

• Clear headshot photo for badge.
• Completion of employment application/resume.
• Unit-specific skills checklist required annually.
• 7-year work history verification.

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for healthcare professionals skilled in interventional cardiology and EP procedures, with comprehensive support and clear compliance requirements.