Cath Lab Technologist
Conway, South Carolina
Conway Medical Center

Cath Lab Tech Travel/Contract Position

Location: Conway, South Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day shift, primarily 4 days on 9-hour shifts (4x9), occasionally 3 days on 12-hour shifts (3x12) depending on department needs
Hours: Typically 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM with on-call rotation for evenings and weekends

Job Summary

• Position requires working primarily 4 days of 9-hour shifts, with occasional 3 days of 12-hour shifts.
• On-call rotation includes evenings and weekends.
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate.
• Immediate start preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Cath Lab Technologist.
• Must have Cath Lab Technologist experience within the last year.
• Must hold a valid South Carolina state license appropriate for Cath Lab Tech.
• ARRT certification required for Cath Lab Tech/Radiology roles.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required (ARC, AHA, or US Department of Defense).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Government-issued photo ID must be carried during hours of service.
• Proof of E-Verify or attestation required.
• Background check: 7-year criminal history check within 1 year of start, updated annually, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years. International checks if applicable.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated with each contract renewal.
• Primary source verification of state license required.
• National certification verification (ARRT) required.
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam as applicable.
• Color blindness testing required; facility must be notified of failure.
• Physical exam within 12 months prior to start, confirming ability to work without restrictions.
• Fit mask test within 3 months of start (except MLT). Fit tests can be completed onsite with prior approval.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start, updated annually. Acceptable tests include 2-step PPD, Quantiferon Gold, or T-spot. Special provisions for past positive TB.
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or documentation of immunity/declination:

  • Measles (Rubeola): 2 vaccines or positive titer (exempt if born before 1957)
  • Mumps: 2 vaccines or positive titer (exempt if born before 1957)
  • Rubella: 2 vaccines or positive titer (exempt if born before 1957)
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination accepted
  • Varicella: 2 vaccines, positive titer, or history of chickenpox
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within 10 years of start
• Drug screening: 9-panel drug screen within 1 year of start (instant drug screen acceptable).
• Seasonal flu vaccination or facility-specific declination required during flu season (9/1 - 3/31). Unvaccinated candidates must wear masks when working within 3 feet of patients during high flu volume times.
• COVID-19 vaccination preferred but not required; documentation should be collected if vaccinated.

Onboarding & Orientation

• Completion of a facility-specific short form application required prior to start.
• Completion of onboarding forms and online orientation modules ("New Beginnings") required no later than Monday at noon EST before Tuesday start.
• If technical issues prevent completion before start, onsite completion may be allowed with prior notification.
• Agency job description must be signed and dated prior to start.
• Photo for badge: clear, passport-style photo with solid background required.

References & Evaluations

• Two professional references required within 2 years of start for travel positions.
• Performance evaluations required if previously worked with the facility over 1 year.
• Internal evaluations required if previously worked with the facility over 2 years.

Additional Notes

• Locals accepted at the same rate as travelers.
• Must be licensed in South Carolina.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Cath Lab Tech travel contract position in South Carolina.