Cath Lab Technologist
Mansfield, Texas
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Tech (IR RT (R) / RCIS Scrub Tech w/ LVO)

Location: Mansfield, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Specialty

• Radiology / Cardiology
• IR and Cath Lab experience required
• Coiling and Embolic experience required

Schedule

• 4 x 10-hour shifts
• Rotating day off
• On-call required

Experience Requirements

• Specialty years of experience: Not explicitly stated, but implied to require experienced IR RT or RCIS techs (default to higher experience if known)
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required

Certifications Required

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA or ARC accepted at start; must renew with AHA only
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or ARC accepted at start; must renew with AHA only
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Dysrhythmia and Medication/Pharmacology Competency Exams) – Required for all Cath Lab Techs; two attempts allowed
• State License Verification – Required
• NIH Stroke Certification – Required for IR and Cath Lab
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit/job description (verify with recruiter)

Competency Exams

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam: Must score 80% or higher; two attempts allowed
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam: Required for Cath Lab Techs; two attempts allowed

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check including county criminal search for all locations lived/worked in last 7 years
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start
• Drug testing: 10-panel required within 30 days of start (no rapid screens)

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask test completed onsite during orientation, updated annually
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccination required
• Negative TB test (TSpot or QGold) within 12 months; annual updates required
• Immunity or vaccination documentation for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (vaccine series and positive titer or signed declination form)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)

Documentation Required

• Valid government-issued photo ID or passport
• I9 or attestation
• E-Verify or attestation
• Photo for badge (passport style)
• Signed job description prior to start
• Facility-specific forms including Hepatitis B declination if applicable

References

• Two professional references within the last 3 years required

Note: Candidates should confirm specific certification and competency requirements with the recruiter or hiring manager, as some may vary by unit or facility.