Cath Lab Technologist
Bel Air, Maryland
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Bel Air, Maryland
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift/Hours: 3 shifts of 12 hours each (06:30 AM - 7:00 PM)
• Schedule: Includes on-call requirements with approximately 8 weeknights and 4 weekend 24-hour on-call shifts per 6-week schedule
• Weekends & Holidays: Required as scheduled and part of on-call duties

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Cath Lab Tech)
• Years of Experience: Minimum 1 year of recent and strong cath lab experience required
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required; first-time travelers are accepted

Certifications & Competencies

• Required Certifications:

  • ACLS (AHA only)
  • BLS (AHA only)
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (required for Cath Lab Techs)
• Additional Certifications: May be required depending on unit or specialty (e.g., PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, EFM)
• Competency Exams: Must score 80% or higher on applicable competency exams within 1 year of start

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (including Latex Screen)
• Negative 9 or 10 panel drug screen within 30-45 days prior to start (instant tests not accepted)
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (full vaccination required for certain units)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray with annual updates
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (positive titer or vaccination proof)
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or declination accepted)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season
• COVID vaccination not required for this location, but documentation or declination collected for tracking

Background & Documentation

• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, updated annually
• Education verification for highest level of education
• Employment history verification for previous 5 years (attestation accepted if necessary)
• Two professional references required, including at least one supervisor or charge RN
• Maryland State Exclusions List check within 30 days of start
• Government-issued photo ID required
• I9 or attestation required prior to start

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Confidentiality agreement and dress code review prior to start
• Completion of facility-specific documents such as appearance standards, parking, vehicle registration, and agency acknowledgements
• Unit-specific job description must be signed prior to start
• OSHA questionnaire required for all candidates
• Badge photo required (passport/badge style with solid white/beige background)

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be available for on-call shifts including weekends and holidays as scheduled
• Orientation and training requirements may include crisis prevention and Epic system training or test-out options
• All documentation and compliance requirements must be completed timely to ensure contract start

This position offers a structured travel contract opportunity for Cath Lab Techs with at least 1 year of cath lab experience, flexible for first-time travelers, and requires commitment to on-call and weekend shifts.