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Job Opportunity: Cardiac Cath Lab Tech (Travel)

Location: Tucson, Arizona
Employment Type: Travel
Specialty: Cardiac Cath Lab Tech

Job Details

Shift: Day shifts, 10 hours per shift, 4 shifts per week (6:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Requirements & Responsibilities

Must have Cath Lab experience
Preferred certification: ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
Duties include scrubbing and monitoring during procedures
Proficient in sterile technique and scrubbing for cath lab procedures such as angiogram, PCI, complex cases (CTO, L main, PFO, device implant, PE thrombectomy, IR cases, Peripheral)
Structural Heart experience preferred but not required
Experience with Impella and IABP devices expected
Monitoring and recording on MacLab; training for MacLab use available
Knowledge of products and ability to restock cath lab rooms
STEMI coverage required
On-call requirement: 9-10 shifts per month, including one weekend shift

This position is ideal for experienced Cardiac Cath Lab Technologists seeking a travel assignment with a focus on invasive cardiovascular procedures and advanced device support.

Facility

Northwest Medical Center

3.0rating(32 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Northwest Medical Center

5.0rating

Pros

I worked in Vail at freestanding ER. Christine my supervisor was amazing. I loved every co-worker I had there. I would love to go back.

Cons

None

Megan T

ED - Emergency Department (RN)

Nov '21 - Nov '22

Review of Northwest Medical Center on Sep 8, 2025

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Short Term Acute Care
294 beds

ADDRESS6200 North La Cholla BoulevardTucson, AZ 85741

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About Tucson, AZ

As a Travel Cardiac Catheterization Technologist in Tucson, AZ here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Tucson's cost of living is 6% lower than the national average, making it more affordable.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs are around 100°F, while winter average lows are around 40°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Tucson, with options available in various neighborhoods.

Transportation

Tucson is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
A car is recommended for getting around.

Demographics

Tucson has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include allergies due to desert flora and sun-related conditions.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of the University of Arizona and healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Tucson offers a variety of activities including diverse restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports events.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the canyons, streams, and foothills, visit Catalina State Park, hike Mt.
Lemmon, and even ski and snowboard in the winter.

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