Cath Lab Technologist
Eureka, California
Saint Joseph Hospital

Cath Lab Tech - Travel/Contract

Location: Eureka, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Work in the Cath Lab performing diagnostic and interventional procedures related to Coronary Artery Disease, Peripheral Vascular Disease, and Cardiac Arrhythmias, including permanent pacemaker placements.
• Daily caseload: 8-12 procedures.
• Shift: Day shift, 4 days a week, 10 hours per day (6:30 AM - 5:00 PM).
• Call required; no weekend or floating requirements.
• Orientation: 30 hours.
• First-time travelers accepted.
• Locals accepted.
• Block scheduling may be considered.
• Facility allows calling off 1 shift per 2 weeks.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Cath Lab Technologist license in California.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Cath Lab Technologist.
• Cath Lab Technologist experience within the last year.
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification.
• Fluoroscopy Permit.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification.

Facility Highlights

• Acute Care Hospital with 150 staffed beds.
• Charting system: Epic.
• Scrub colors provided for OR/Cath Lab staff.
• Free parking on the first day; assignment parking provided during orientation.
• Highly rated for coronary intervention and recognized by the American Heart Association.
• Support available for housing, including assistance from a realtor if needed.

Location Highlights

• Eureka offers unique natural attractions including proximity to 7 state and national parks, coastal access, and famous Redwood forests.
• The city features distinctive Victorian architecture.

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background check within 90 days covering all locations lived/worked in the past 7 years; updated annually.
• Drug screening: 9-panel drug screen within 12 months of start; instant tests acceptable with attestation.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO, confirming ability to work with or without accommodation.
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • TDAP (Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis) within 10 years or declination.
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months, updated annually.
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer.
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series or signed declination.
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer.
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or declination during flu season.
  • COVID-19 vaccination record preferred; declinations accepted.
• Respirator clearance required annually for travel candidates.
• Drug screen attestation required if instant drug screen used.

References & Employment History

• Minimum 2 references covering at least 1 year of employment in a comparable specialty/setting within the last 3 years.
• Employment application covering at least the last 5 years required.

Training & Competency

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable.
• Competency exams required by specialty.
• Color blindness testing if specifically requested.

Orientation & Training Modules

• Completion of required WorkRamp modules prior to start, including:

  • Annual regulatory requirements.
  • Specialty-specific modules for Radiology/Cardiology and Cath Lab roles.
  • Epic training modules as applicable.
  • Trauma-informed care modules if required.
• Modules assigned based on region, specialty, and role.

Additional Notes

• Radiation badges issued by the facility for applicable units.
• Facility may require floating to other nearby locations within reasonable distance.
• Pending state licenses and permits will be considered if application is in process at time of submission.

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