Cath Lab Technician
Hazard, Kentucky
Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Radiology Technician (Travel)

Location: Hazard, Kentucky
Specialty: Cath Lab Technician
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years as a Cath Lab Radiologist Technologist.
• Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. One weekday off rotates weekly.
• On-Call: 8 to 10 days per month. Typical rotation includes one night per week (5:30 PM to 7:00 AM) and one weekend every 3 weeks with extended call coverage Friday evening through Sunday.
• Response Time: Must respond within 30 minutes for STEMI alerts.
• Procedures: 8-10 procedures daily in 2 Cath Labs; team rotates in the EP Lab.
• STEMI Cases: Average 6-8 per month.
• Duties:

  • Panning the table, scrubbing diagnostic and interventional cardiology cases.
  • Use of devices such as Shock wave, Balloon Pump, Impella, EKOS, Penumbra, Acist Contrast injector.
  • Device implants including pacemaker and ICD (single, dual, Bi-V leads), peripheral diagnostics and interventions.
  • Cross-training in EP for ablations preferred; training available.
  • Access via both radial and groin approaches.
• Equipment Provided: Scrubs and lead apron.

Required Credentials & Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) – Required for all RNs, Respiratory Therapists, and CT Techs.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) – Required for all RNs except Psych and certain Med/Surg units.
• State License: Kentucky or compact license valid for Kentucky ARH facilities.
• Immunizations & Health Requirements:

  • COVID-19 Vaccine (religious and medical exemptions accepted with documentation).
  • MMR (2 vaccinations or positive titer).
  • Hepatitis B (3 vaccine series or declination accepted).
  • Influenza Vaccine (required Sept 1 - May 31, exemptions accepted with documentation).
  • Varicella (2 vaccinations or positive titer).
  • Tdap (valid 10 years, declinations accepted).
  • TB Quantiferon or PPD with chest X-ray if positive.
• Fit Test: For N95 respirators (optional but recommended).
• Health Statement: Annual physical or physician note within 1 year prior to start, stating clear to work without restrictions.

Professional & Compliance Requirements

• Background checks including 7-year county, nationwide criminal, SSN trace, sex offender registry, SAM, OIG, EPLS, OFAC, and others as per facility policy.
• Drug Screen (excluding marijuana/THC).
• Skills Checklist and Competency Exam specific to scope of practice (annual update required).
• Core Competencies including HIPAA, Safety, Infection Control, Elder Abuse, Cultural Diversity, etc. (annual update required).
• Submission Packet including signed job description and professional references (2 required, including 1 supervisor reference within last year).
• Assignment confirmation must be submitted within 24 hours of offer acceptance.
• Kentucky Vulnerable Adult Maltreatment Registry verification within 30 days prior to start.

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• Candidates must reside within 100 miles of the facility to be considered.
• Orientation is bi-weekly.
• Schedule is based on a 36/48 hour pay period unless otherwise noted.
• Ratios and call schedules may fluctuate based on census and staffing.

This position is ideal for experienced Cath Lab Radiology Technologists seeking a travel assignment with a well-structured schedule and comprehensive support.