Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Abingdon, Virginia
Johnston Memorial Hospital

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Tech (Travel/Contract)

Location: Abingdon, Virginia
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Work Schedule

• 4x10 hour day shifts (7 AM - 5 PM)
• Call: Average 10 days in 6 weeks
• Weekends: Every third weekend (included in call shifts)
• Required to float between two hospital locations
• Orientation: 16 hours non-billable, starting Monday with online CBLs

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Diagnostic and Interventional Cardiac Cath Lab
• RCIS certification required
• Charge experience required
• Must be able to float between facilities
• Traveler’s permanent residence must be at least 100 miles from the hospital’s service area

Required Certifications & Licenses

• RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist)
• AHA BLS (Basic Life Support)
• AHA ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)

Work Environment & Additional Requirements

• Experience in Diagnostic Cardiac Cath Lab and Interventional Cardiac Cath Lab settings required
• Hospital may cancel or call off one shift biweekly without penalty due to census changes
• Additional shifts may be available as overtime and are flexible based on hospital needs

Compliance & Onboarding Requirements

• Background checks covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• Education verification
• Various health documents including:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start
  • Drug testing (9 panel within 14 days of start)
  • Immunizations and titers (MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray as applicable
  • Flu vaccination or approved exemption during flu season
• Respirator medical evaluation and fit testing completed onsite
• Photo for badge within 48 hours of contract signing
• Completion of facility-specific forms and adherence to dress code and safety policies

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned

Summary

This Cath Lab Tech travel contract requires a minimum of 5 years of specialized experience in cardiac cath labs, RCIS certification, and current BLS/ACLS certifications. The role involves floating between two facilities, working 4x10 hour day shifts with call and weekend responsibilities. Compliance with extensive onboarding, health, and background check requirements is mandatory. The contract length is approximately 13 weeks.