Cath Lab Technologist – Cardiology & Interventional Radiology
Kerrville, Texas
Peterson Health

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

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

Job Description

• Work as a cath lab tech with scrub and monitor responsibilities for cardiology, vascular intervention, and interventional radiology (IR) cases.
• Experience with Impella and thrombectomy preferred.
• On-call requirement: 10-12 days per month.

Requirements

• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • State license
  • ARRT R or RCIS (either one required, not both)
• Experience: Minimum 2 years required
• First-time travelers are welcome

Compliance & Documentation

• Government-issued photo ID required
• I9 verification required
• E-Verify required
• Background check: 7-year search including SS trace, county searches, nationwide sex offender, education verification
• Annual background checks: EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Education verification required
• Professional references: 2 required within 3 years of start

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (not required by facility but required for placement)
• Vaccinations or documented declinations required for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
  • Seasonal Flu (2025-26)
  • COVID-19 (2025-26)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within required timeframes
• Drug testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 1 year of start
• Annual acknowledgment of orientation safety manual
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests as applicable (minimum 80% score)

Additional Notes

• Required to complete facility-specific health requirements and documentation
• Some certifications and competencies may be required depending on unit or specialty
• Annual renewal of certain certifications and background checks required

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized cath lab environment with a supportive contract length and clear compliance expectations.