Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist
Greenwich, Connecticut
Greenwich Hospital

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Greenwich, Connecticut
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position requires a CT registered Radiologic Technologist competent as a scrub tech for Cardiac Cath and Interventional Radiology (IR).
• Mechanical Stroke experience is required.
• EP Ablation experience is a plus but not required.
• Cardiac Cath and IR with Stroke experience is important.
• Schedule: 4 shifts per week, 9.5 hours each (7:00 AM - 4:30 PM, may vary).
• Call and weekend shifts required as needed with 30-minute callback and travel time.
• Scrubs provided.
• Free parking available.

Required Qualifications

• Must be a CT registered Radiologic Technologist.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
• ARRT-R (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Radiography) certification required.
• Minimum 5 years total experience required, with at least 3 years in Interventional Radiology.
• First-time travelers accepted if minimum 5 years experience is met.
• Prior travel experience is not required.

Certifications & Licenses

• BLS (AHA or ARC) required.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) recommended (per facility/unit requirements).
• State CT license required; candidate must apply within 72 hours of start and provide proof.
• Tech Certification or Surgical Tech certification verification required.
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit assignment.

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check required within 12 months of start; must be updated annually.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start.
• Education verification and transcript/diploma requirements apply.
• Sex offender search required.
• Employment application must include 7 years of work history with no gaps greater than 90 days.
• Work history verification required for the last 7 years.
• Attestation of prior radiation exposure required for this role.

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start required.
• Fit mask test within 12 months of start, updated annually; must be clean shaven for fit testing.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray documentation required.
• Annual TB questionnaire required.
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or proof of immunity:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (or declination within 1 year)
  • Varicella
• 10-panel drug screen within 12 months of start required.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Sept 1 - Mar 31).
• COVID vaccination series preferred.

Additional Training & Competencies

• Medication test/pharmacology competency exam required within 12 months of start.
• Color blind testing required for all candidates on/after 8/2/2024.
• Competency exams and unit-specific certifications may be required depending on assignment.

Work Environment

• 186 staffed beds.
• Magnet and teaching hospital.

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for experienced CT registered Radiologic Technologists with strong Interventional Radiology and Cardiac Cath skills, including mechanical stroke experience. The role requires flexibility for call and weekend shifts and adherence to comprehensive compliance and health requirements.