Cardiac Catheterization Technologist
Madison, Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Tech (Cardiovascular Technologist)

Location: Madison, Wisconsin
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work shifts: Day/Evening with option for 4x10-hour or 3x12-hour shifts (0630 - 1900)
• On-call responsibilities on nights and weekends (approximately one night per week and every third weekend)
• Practice in a technologically advanced interventional procedural area
• Assist with scrubbing, circulating, and monitoring invasive cardiovascular procedures
• Opportunity to cross-train in Pediatric and Adult Congenital Invasive Cardiology Program
• Floating may be required; shifts could be assigned to multiple units or locations based on staffing needs

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of Cardiovascular Technologist experience in a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
• Strong Electrophysiology (EP) and EP Ablation experience required

Required Education

• Graduate of a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist Technologist (CVIS) training program required
• One year of Cath Lab, Electrophysiology, or Interventional Radiology experience or participation in a CVT apprenticeship program may be considered in lieu of education

Required Certifications and Licenses

• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification through American Heart Association (AHA) only
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification through AHA only
• RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) certification preferred; if a recent graduate meeting education requirements, licensed/certified/registered by appropriate credentialing program preferred
• Must have Basic Arrhythmia experience and pass a Telemetry test prior to start

Additional Requirements

• Traveler’s permanent address must be within 50 miles of the primary work site
• Must pass various background checks and verifications as per facility and agency standards
• Required to complete facility-specific compliance documents and exams, including Telemetry testing and rhythm interpretation courses if remediation is needed
• Required to meet health document standards including immunizations, TB testing, drug screening, and vaccine requirements (including flu, MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, etc.) or approved exemptions
• Must complete Wisconsin state-mandated BID form and caregiver screening prior to start

Work Environment

• University Hospital in Madison, WI, a Magnet®-designated facility and top-ranked hospital in Wisconsin
• Parking permit required if parking onsite; alternative transportation options available

Summary

This is a travel contract opportunity for an experienced Cardiovascular Technologist with strong EP skills, who is flexible with shift schedules and floating assignments. The role requires specific certifications, education, and passing a telemetry competency test. The facility is a leading hospital with advanced technology and a collaborative team environment.