Travel Contract

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

$2,809-3,093/week
Posted 1 hour ago
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Cath Lab Tech - Travel/Contract Position

Location: Chicago, Illinois
Contract Length: 13 weeks


Job Details

  • Schedule: Monday to Friday, Day shift (4x10 hours), 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
  • Call Requirements:
    • 1 weekend call every 6 weeks
    • 1 callback per week
  • Experience with GE equipment and proficiency in starting IVs required

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 1 year of experience as a Cath Lab Technologist, with recent experience within the last year
  • ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification
  • Experience with GE Healthcare equipment
  • Proficient in starting IVs

Documentation & Compliance

  • Employment application and 2 professional references (1 must be from a direct supervisor) required
  • Unit-specific skills checklist required
  • Photo for badge (plain background, jpeg) required 2 weeks prior to start
  • Facility-specific compliance checklists and signed fingernail policy required before start
  • Completion of facility online training modules prior to orientation (except sterile processing techs)
  • Flu exemption forms must be submitted by specified deadlines if applicable

Notes

  • Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
  • Local assignment with same rate applies.

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

About Chicago, IL

As a Travel Cardiac Catheterization Technologist in Chicago, IL here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Chicago is slightly higher than the national average.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for higher housing and transportation costs.
Weather
  • Chicago experiences hot summers with average highs around 83°F and cold winters with average lows around 16°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chicago, but they may require some research and planning to find the right fit.
Transportation
  • Chicago is car-friendly, but public transportation is also widely used and convenient, with an extensive network of buses and trains operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).
Demographics
  • Chicago is a diverse city with a wide range of ages represented.
  • Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the urban environment.
  • Chicago has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and teaching hospitals.
Things to Do
  • Chicago offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially known for its deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs.
  • The city has a thriving art and music scene, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's beautiful parks, lakefront, and beaches.
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