Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Oakland, California
Highland Hospital

Radiology / Cardiology Travel/Contract Position

Location: Oakland, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work in a cardiac catheterization procedural suite.
• Experience required in:

  • Diagnostic Cath lab
  • EP Lab
  • Interventional Radiology (IR)
  • Stents
• Must have experience covering STEMI calls, vascular IR cases, and EP procedures.
• Call requirements:

  • 8-14 days of call per month
  • Weekends on call 4-6 times per month, including Friday through Monday
• Positive, professional, and supportive work culture focused on development and respect.
• Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge medical procedures in radiology and invasive cardiology.

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
• Fluoroscopy California License
• ARRT-CI (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Cardiovascular Interventional)
• State License (Radiology / Cardiology) - current and unencumbered
• Tech Certification (ARRT) for Radiology
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement

Required Skills & Experience

• Diagnostic Cath lab procedures
• Electrophysiology (EP) Lab procedures
• Interventional Radiology (IR) procedures
• Stent placement
• STEMI call coverage
• Vascular IR cases
• EP procedures

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License or Passport (photo ID, color)
• Background Check within 90 days prior to start, including:

  • SSN Trace
  • 7-year Nationwide, County, and National Criminal searches
  • FACIS Level 3
  • National Sex Offender Registry
  • OIG Sanction Search
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM verification
• Education Verification (highest level completed, no pending)
• Physical Exam within 90 days of start, signed by MD/DO/PA/NP/APRN confirming good health and ability to perform duties
• Fit Mask test within 90 days of start (specific mask models required)
• Immunizations and Titers:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years or signed declination)
  • Negative TB test or Chest X-Ray (updated annually)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) proof of vaccination or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B positive titer or declination
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination or declination (masking required during flu season)
• Drug Testing: Oral saliva drug screen within 30 days of start (specific analytes required)
• Color Blind Exam within 90 days of start (Ishihara test accepted)
• Employment History Verification for past 3 years
• References as per agency requirements
• Current Resume including last 7 years of employment

Additional Notes

• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests may be required depending on placement.
• Badge photo (passport style, no filters) required for facility ID.
• New Employee Orientation and facility-specific competencies must be completed by the first day of work.
• If absent from the facility for 6 months or more, new competencies and orientation are required.
• Call schedule includes multiple weekend days and extended call coverage.

This position is ideal for healthcare professionals with strong interventional cardiology and radiology skills seeking a supportive environment with advanced procedural opportunities.