Cath Lab Technologist
Roanoke, Virginia
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Tech

Location: Roanoke, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Cath Lab Tech skilled in cardiac catheterization lab procedures within a nationally recognized cardiac cath lab. The position involves working 4x10 hour shifts (7:30 AM - 6:00 PM) with on-call responsibilities.

Schedule & On-Call Requirements

• Shift: 4 days per week, 10 hours per day
• On-call: 7 on-call shifts and 5 late shifts every 6 weeks
• One full weekend of call (Friday through Sunday) per 6-week period
• One Saturday shift for elective cases per 6-week period
• Must be able to return to the hospital within 30 minutes when called
• Holiday: Must be available to work or take call one holiday per 13-week contract
• No first-time travelers accepted; prior travel experience required
• Local candidates not accepted

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ARRT(R) or CCI RCIS certification

Required Clinical Skills

• Proficient in cardiac cath lab procedures including:

  • Left and right heart catheterization (LHC, RHC)
  • Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), PTCA, stent placement
  • Atherectomy, temporary pacemaker, Impella, IABP, TAVR, Watchman, Mitraclip
• Sterile technique, EKG lead placement, dysrhythmia recognition and interpretation
• Hemodynamic monitoring and rapid response protocols
• Experience in diagnostic/interventional cath lab settings using fluoroscopy
• Knowledge of isolation precautions, equipment handling, and supply management

Unit Details

• Adult patient population
• 6 procedure rooms with daily census of 15–20 patients
• Common diagnoses: coronary artery disease, valve disorders, heart failure, atrial septal defect/patent foramen ovale closures
• Advanced procedures: TAVR, left atrial appendage closures, Cardiomems, thrombectomy, mitral clips, renal denervation, research protocols
• Equipment used: IABP, Impella, Penumbra, Rotapro, CSI, Shockwave, laser, OCT, IVUS

Required Licenses

• Valid Cath Lab Technologist license in Virginia
• ARRT (R) preferred with Virginia state license
• CCI RCIS certification accepted without state license
• Any active state license (in hand or pending) accepted
• Virginia grants emergency authorization to travelers with a license while permanent VA license is processing

Requirements/Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Cath Lab Technologist, with experience within the last year
• Valid Cath Lab Technologist license in Virginia
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications
• ARRT or CCI RCIS certification
• Experience working with adult patients
• Skilled in cardiac cath lab procedures including diagnostic and interventional techniques
• Proficient in sterile technique, EKG lead placement, dysrhythmia recognition and interpretation
• Knowledgeable in hemodynamic monitoring and rapid response protocols
• Experience in diagnostic/interventional cath lab settings using fluoroscopy

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Cath Lab Tech)
• Prior travel experience required; first-time travelers not accepted

Prior Travel Experience

• Prior travel experience required; first-time travelers not accepted

Additional Requirements

• Must complete background checks including 7-year history
• Drug screening (10-panel) within 30 days of start
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, free from communicable diseases
• Fit testing within 1 year, updated annually
• Immunizations or positive titers for: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
• TB testing (negative PPD, QGold, or TSpot) within 1 year, updated annually
• Two clinical references required
• Complete employment application/resume
• Skills checklist updated annually
• Photo for badge required
• Must comply with facility-specific orientation and compliance paperwork

Notes

• Charting system: Epic required
• Must adhere to facility call-off and return-to-work policies
• Must provide valid Driver’s License/State ID within 48 hours of signing
• Must be able to meet radius requirements for travel distance to facility

This position offers the opportunity to work in a high-acuity, technologically advanced cardiac cath lab with a multidisciplinary team in a Level I Trauma Center and Magnet-designated hospital.