Cath Lab Technologist
Atlanta, Georgia
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital

Cath Lab Tech - Travel/Contract

Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Shift: Day (4x10 hours), 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Hours per Week: 40

Job Details

• Weekend call included in call requirements
• Call schedule: 5 weekdays and 1 weekend every 6 weeks
• Floating within facility/scope of practice as needed
• Contract length: 12 weeks
• Return to Office (RTO) maximum: 7 days
• Holidays: If 1 major holiday falls during assignment, expected to work it; if 2, expected to work both; if 3, expected to work 2 of them
• Major holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year’s Eve/Day
• Locals accepted at same rate
• Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment)
• Full compliance required to start on time; delays in compliance push start by 2 weeks due to bi-weekly orientation schedule

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Cath Lab Technologist
• Cath Lab Technologist experience within the last year
• Completion of at least one travel assignment

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Background check completed within 30 days prior to start; must include county, national sex offender, nationwide criminal search, FACIS 3, and education verification
• Education verification required; diplomas/transcripts required for RRTs
• Physical exam within 12 months of start (not required for subcontractors)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start; instant drug screen acceptable; cannot start with results pending
• Negative TB test (PPD, QGold, or TSpot) within 12 months; if past positive, must provide proof and negative chest x-ray within 6 months
• TB questionnaire required annually
• Immunizations/vaccinations:

  • 2 MMR vaccines or positive titers for Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella
  • 2 Varicella vaccines or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B surface antibody titer or signed declination
  • TDAP highly recommended but not required
  • Flu vaccine or declination required during flu season (Nov 1 – Mar 31)
• Skills checklist within 12 months, updated annually
• Work history verification of most recent employer required (can be pending at start with proof it is in process)
• Two clinical references required

Facility Policies

• Candidate must review and sign Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance Policy prior to start

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is required; first-time travelers are not accepted for this unit
• Clinical screens are sent on a case-by-case basis and reviewed by clinical leadership before manager approval
• Orientation hours vary by contract length and are non-billable
• Candidate must be fully compliant with all requirements before start date to avoid delays

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Cath Lab Tech travel contract position.