Pediatric Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Portland, Oregon
OHSU Doernbecher Childrens Hospital

Cath Lab Tech - Pediatric

Location: Portland, Oregon
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day shift, 4x10-hour shifts (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM)
Hours per Week: 40 hours

Job Summary

• Assist physicians during pediatric cardiac catheterization procedures using complex radiologic imaging equipment including fluoroscopy and ultrasonography.
• Operate imaging equipment for both adult and congenital cases within the Cardiac Cath Lab suite.
• Cross-train in other service areas such as Electrophysiology (EP) and Hybrid OR.
• Prepare patients and supplies under sterile conditions; scrub in and assist during procedures.
• Use fine motor skills for tasks such as threading stents and balloons on wires.
• Obtain x-rays accurately while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Operate automatic injectors and select appropriate contrast agents under physician direction.
• Provide patient care during examinations in collaboration with other staff.
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment, report malfunctions, and coordinate equipment borrowing.
• Work independently while on-call with physicians and nurses.
• Weekend work required only when taking call.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Cath Lab Technologist license in Oregon
• Minimum 1 year of Cath Lab Technologist experience, including experience within the last year
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) certification

Additional Details

• First-time travel assignments accepted.
• No floating within hospital.
• Locals accepted.
• On-call required.
• Maximum 1-2 week restrictions on return to office (RTO).
• Must present a valid government-issued photo ID on the first day.
• Two (2) manager or supervisor references from the last 24 months required (with some flexibility if one reference cannot be obtained).
• Employment application must include at least 7 years of work history with city and state for each position.
• Dosimetry (radiation) badge required prior to start.

Compliance & Screening Requirements

• Background check within 6 months of start, including education and work history verification, international searches if applicable, and national sex offender search.
• Drug testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen including methamphetamines within 3 months prior to start.
• Physical exam not required unless specified for other roles.
• Fit mask testing required within one year prior to start (N95 or equivalent).
• Immunizations and titers required or signed declinations for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months required, plus TB questionnaire.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or signed declination required annually.

Facility & Orientation Notes

• Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma Center, Teaching Hospital.
• Charting system: EPIC.
• Scrubs provided for OR; no prints on scrubs.
• Parking available at a daily cost.
• Candidates must comply with professional appearance policy and sign job description prior to start.
• Completion of facility-specific orientation modules required before badge issuance.
• Various facility-specific documents and attestations must be reviewed and signed prior to start, including coronavirus protocol attestation and vaccine declination/waiver forms if applicable.

Summary

This is a pediatric Cath Lab Tech travel contract position requiring a minimum of 1 year of recent Cath Lab Technologist experience. The role involves assisting physicians in complex cardiac catheterization procedures, operating advanced imaging equipment, and providing patient care in a high-acuity pediatric setting. Candidates must hold appropriate licensure and certifications, pass background and drug screenings, and comply with immunization and facility-specific requirements. The position offers a 4x10 hour day shift schedule with on-call responsibilities and weekend work when on call.