Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Travel/Contract Position

Location: Lexington, Kentucky
Facility: University of Kentucky Healthcare

Position Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 14 weeks
• Shift: Four 10-hour shifts per week (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM)
• Call Requirements:

  • 1 late call per week (5:30 PM - 7:30 PM)
  • 1 call shift per week (5:30 PM - 7:00 AM)
  • 1-2 call weekends per 6-week schedule (Friday 5:30 PM - Monday 7:00 AM)
• Local travelers within 75 miles are not accepted

Licensure & Experience Requirements

• Must have a Radiologic Technologist License in Kentucky through ARRT before start (pending license acceptable at submission)
• Level 1 experience preferred
• Certifications required before start:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - not needed at submission but must be obtained before start date
• EKG onboarding exam required

Preferred & Required Skills/Systems

• Preferred: Philips Single, Bi-Plane Angiography experience
• Required: Epic EHR, McKesson

Background Checks & Verifications

• Background check within 1 year, updated annually, including:

  • County Criminal Background Search (last 7 years)
  • National Criminal and Sex Offender Search
  • FACIS III
  • Education Verification or signed official transcript/diploma
• EPLS/GSA/SAM check within 30 days of start, updated annually
• HHS/OIG exclusion check within 30 days of start, updated annually
• Sex Offender Search within 30 days of start, updated annually

Certifications & Competencies

• Must maintain current certifications with renewal plans in place if expiring during contract:

  • ACLS (AHA only, RQI accepted)
  • BLS (AHA only, RQI accepted)
  • PALS (AHA only, RQI accepted; ENPC acceptable in lieu)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) if applicable
  • CHEMO, TNCC, EFM, CPI, NIH Stroke Certification as applicable
  • State License verification within 30 days of start
  • NURSYS Verification (RN, LPN/LVN, AP) within 30 days of start
  • Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) required for specific units (Cath Lab, Cardiac Tele, ICU, ER, etc.) with only two attempts allowed
• Competency exams required annually via Relias or equivalent:

  • Medication/Pharmacology Competency
  • Color Blind Testing
  • Unit Specific Competency Exams
  • Core Parts I, II, III
  • Conscious Sedation Competency
  • RN Math Ability Competency Exam

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year, signed by MD, NP, or PA, confirming good health and ability to perform duties
• Fit Mask test within 1 year, updated annually (N95 or equivalent)
• Immunizations and titers required with annual updates or exemptions accepted:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray with annual questionnaire
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination/documentation (annual, with exemptions accepted)
  • COVID-19 vaccine or medical/religious exemption required; booster preferred but not required
• Drug testing within 1 year, updated annually, with specific panels required (amphetamines, barbiturates, cocaine, cannabinoids, opiates, etc.)

Documentation & History

• Two professional references verified within 6 months of start (manager or supervisor preferred)
• Employment application with explanation for any gaps over 30 days
• Employment verification for last 7 years, completed 8 business days prior to start
• Skills checklists updated annually and valid through contract duration

Additional Notes

• EKG exam must be completed within the first week of booking; passing score 80% or higher required
• Facility requires acknowledgment of pass/fail testing for certain units
• Various facility-specific policies and agreements must be signed prior to start

This position requires strict adherence to licensure, certification, health, and competency requirements to ensure compliance and readiness for assignment start.