Cath Lab Technologist
Auburn, New York
Auburn Community Hospital

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Auburn, New York
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Cath Lab Tech with at least 2 years of recent experience in Radiology/Cardiology. Immediate start preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent experience as a Radiology/Cardiology Tech
• Certification: ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist)
• New York State Radiologic Technologist License required
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification (AHA)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification (AHA)
• National certification verification prior to start and upon expiration

Additional Required Certifications (as applicable)

• Stroke education (8 hours annually, NIH Stroke Scale training may count)
• Telemetry assessment and cardiac rhythm interpretation proficiency (pass/fail testing on orientation day)
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam
• Fit mask test within 12 months and updated annually
• Other certifications may apply depending on unit assignment

Background and Health Requirements

• Background check within 1 year covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks prior to start
• Physical exam within 12 months signed by a licensed provider confirming ability to perform job duties
• Drug screening (9 panel) within 30 days of start
• Immunizations and health screenings including:

  • TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within last 10 years or declination
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella immunity (2 MMR vaccines or serologic titers)
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or signed declination
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Flu vaccine or declination during flu season
  • COVID vaccine records or declination

Documentation and Compliance

• Valid government-issued photo ID (driver’s license or state ID)
• State license primary source verification prior to start and upon expiration
• Nursys verification (if applicable)
• Completion of facility-specific documents including code of conduct, patient abuse reporting, confidentiality agreements, and orientation packet acknowledgements
• Annual tuberculosis screening questionnaire
• Automated Dispensing Cabinet Security training (for applicable roles)

Experience Requirements

• Specialty years of experience: 2+ years in Radiology/Cardiology
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required

Notes

• Candidates must pass a telemetry assessment on the first day of orientation if assigned to units requiring cardiac rhythm interpretation.
• Nurses and techs are responsible for independently measuring and interpreting telemetry strips as the facility does not employ telemetry technicians.

This position is ideal for experienced Radiology/Cardiology techs looking for a travel contract in New York with a reputable healthcare network.