Cath Lab Technologist
Clearwater, Florida
Morton Plant Hospital

Cath Lab Tech Travel/Contract Position

Location: Clearwater, Florida
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day shift, 4x10 hour shifts (7:00 AM – 5:30 PM), 40 hours per week
Facility Type: Short Term Acute Care, Teaching Hospital
Total Staffed Beds: 599

Job Summary

Seeking a Cath Lab Tech with a minimum of 2 years of experience in Radiology/Cardiology. This is a travel/contract role with no acceptance of first-time travelers. Candidates must live more than 100 miles away from the facility. On-call duties are required.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Cath Lab Radiology Technologist, including experience within the last year
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (AHA only, RQI accepted)
  • BLS (AHA only, RQI accepted)
  • RCIS (Cardiovascular Credentialing International Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist), ARRT (Radiologic Technologist), or CCI certification
• Valid Driver’s License, active and current throughout assignment
• Florida AHCA Level II Fingerprint Clearance required prior to start (Livescan electronic fingerprinting recommended)
• Background checks including:

  • Standard 7-year history check
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM
  • HHS/OIG
  • Education verification (including foreign equivalency if applicable)
• Physical exam within 6 months of start
• Negative TB test (PPD, Qgold, or Tspot) within 10 weeks of start or chest X-ray if prior positive PPD
• Annual TB questionnaire completion required
• Required immunizations or titers with boosters as needed:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella
• Standard 9-panel drug test within 30 days of start (instant tests not accepted)
• COVID-19 vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption
• Respirator medical clearance annually if respirator use is required
• Two professional references from within the past 2 years
• Employment application and skills checklist required

Experience & Skills

• Prior travel experience not accepted (first-timers not accepted)
• Experience or willingness to learn preferred equipment:

  • Phillips Imaging Equipment
  • Phillips Xper
  • Manifold system
• Charting system: Cerner
• Scrub color: Red

Scheduling & Other Requirements

• Block scheduling may be accommodated depending on need and manager approval
• Locals not accepted; must reside more than 100 miles from the facility
• Return to Office (RTO) restrictions apply; RTOs cannot be included in the contract but will be honored if approved by manager
• On-call required

Facility Specific Requirements

• Photo for badge required prior to start (clear, professional, solid background, no filters or cropped images)
• Completion of mandatory online account registration and training modules prior to start (approx. 4-8 hours)
• Compliance with dress code and tobacco policy
• Completion of BayCare AHCA privacy policy, affidavit, and demographic information sheet (if not previously registered within 5 years)
• Completion of hurricane exemption survey if assignment falls between June 1 and November 30

Competency & Testing Requirements

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (score 80% or higher) as applicable
• Color blind testing (Relias online exam) prior to start
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required for Cath Lab and related units; must score 100% on lethal arrhythmia section
• Stroke education CEUs and NIH Stroke Certification may be required depending on unit (not specifically for this role)
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification not required for this role

Notes

• Candidates must upload all required documentation to be cleared for assignment
• Modules and training must be completed by the Thursday prior to start date to avoid delays or removal from assignment
• Parking cost included

This position is ideal for experienced Cath Lab Technologists seeking a travel contract in a large acute care teaching hospital setting with advanced imaging technology.