Cath Lab & Interventional Radiology Technologist
Seattle, Washington
Harborview Medical Center
Aequor Allied and 20 others

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Tech (Dual CATH/IR Role)

Location: Seattle, Washington
Facility: Harborview Medical Center (UW Medical Center System)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start Date: June 2

Role Overview

• Dual role covering both Cath Lab and Interventional Radiology (IR)
• Shift: 4x10 hour shifts, variable days including weekends, variable start times
• Schedule posted monthly in advance
• 4-5 on-call shifts per month required
• Some weeks may require 8 or 10 hour shifts
• Daily caseload: 4 Angio Suites and 2 Operating Rooms (ORs)
• Floating within scope to meet facility needs; no floating to sister facilities
• Locals accepted; pending state license accepted
• Return to Office (RTO) restrictions: no more than 6 days worked consecutively
• Facility may call off 1 shift per every 2-week pay period

Experience & Certification Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required
• Certifications required:

  • ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
  • Washington State Radiologic Tech License
• First-time travelers accepted
• Weekend and on-call shifts required
• Special clinical skills required:

  • Neuro interventions (stroke, coils, AVMs, diagnostic cerebrals)
  • Cardiac (STEMI, PCI, diagnostics)
  • Vascular (run offs, TEVAR, EVAR)
  • Body procedures (CVC, drains, embolizations)

Facility Highlights

• Magnet designated, Teaching hospital, Level 1 Trauma Center
• 500 staffed beds
• Scrub color provided by facility
• Charting system: Epic
• Parking: $20/day (day shifts), $4/night (night shifts); new offsite garage with shuttle service available (weekdays only)

Required Certifications & Competencies (may vary by unit)

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• CHEMO (Chemotherapy certification) - required for some units
• CCRN (Critical Care RN)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - required/preferred in some units
• National Tech Certification (preferred for OR Techs/Surgical Techs)
• EKG/Dysrhythmia Competency Exams (Relias Advanced Dysrhythmia Exam required for certain units)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)
• Medication/Pharmacology Competency Exam
• Conscious Sedation Competency Exam (for GI Lab/Endoscopy or Ambulatory Care)
• Facility-specific acknowledgments and pass/fail testing as required

Licensing & Compliance

• State license verification required; temporary licenses accepted with conditions
• WA Multi-State Licensed Nurses must complete suicide prevention training and demographic attestation prior to start
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, sex offender search, EPLS/GSA/SAM, and state-specific searches required
• Two professional references required
• Education verification required for Med Lab Techs

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year prior to start (not required by UWMC but required by Aya)
• Mask fit test within 12 months (specific mask models required)
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (within 90 days)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (titer or 2 vaccines)
  • Hepatitis B (titer or vaccine series)
  • Varicella (titer or 2 vaccines)
  • Influenza vaccine or declination (seasonal requirement)
  • COVID-19 vaccine tracking required (vaccination not mandatory, declination accepted)
  • Meningococcal vaccine (for microbiology lab techs)

Orientation & Onboarding

• Orientation modules and testing required prior to start (approx. 2-3 hours)
• Orientation testing includes basic knowledge and medication tests (varies by unit)
• Badge photo required meeting professional standards
• Facility-specific documents to be signed: license acknowledgment, background check form, equipment safety, health history, policies and procedures, job description, security info, personal data form, code of conduct, and others as applicable
• Annual stroke education required for RNs in neuro-related units

Additional Notes

• Facility does not accommodate block scheduling
• Candidates must complete all required modules and exams before being fully cleared to work
• Facility provides shuttle service for parking but only on weekdays during business hours
• Candidates with gaps in assignments over 1 year may need to repeat some health screenings

This position offers a challenging and dynamic environment in a top-tier teaching hospital with a focus on advanced interventional radiology and cardiology procedures. Candidates should be prepared for variable shifts, on-call duties, and a fast-paced caseload requiring specialized skills.