Cath Lab Technologist
Chicago, Illinois
UChicago Medicine Center for Care and Discovery

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Chicago, Illinois
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Call Requirements:

  • 1 weekend call every 6 weeks
  • 1 call back per week
• Experience with GE equipment and proficiency in starting IVs required
• Must hold ARRT & IEMA licenses
• CPR certification required

Required Certifications

• ACLS (AHA only)
• BLS (AHA only)
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit and specialty (e.g., PALS, NRP, CCRN)
• State License verification within 30 days of start

Background Checks & Compliance

• Criminal background check within 6 months of start (7-year search including alias, county, national sex offender)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start, updated monthly
• Photo for badge required 2 weeks prior to start
• Facility-specific compliance checklists and online training modules must be completed prior to orientation

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, fit for duty
• N95 mask fit testing within 1 year (not required for sterile processing or clerical roles)
• TDAP vaccine within 10 years
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray per facility guidelines
• Required immunizations or titers for: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 1 year of start
• Flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Dec 1 - Apr 30)

Competency Requirements

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Color blind testing (14 plate Ishihara exam)
• Unit-specific competency exams updated every 3 years
• Annual mandatory OSHA training
• Core training parts I, II, and III annually

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 1 year based on reference requirements
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required

References & Documentation

• Minimum 1 professional reference from management level
• Employment verification covering 1 year of experience within the past 2 years
• Employment application and unit-specific skills checklist required

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-level academic medical center with a focus on cath lab technology in a travel contract role. Candidates must be prepared to meet comprehensive credentialing, health, and competency requirements prior to start.