Cath Lab Tech

Cath Lab Technologist

Location: Bakersfield, CA

Contract Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 4 x 10-hour days (day shift, every other weekend, first to float)

Start Date: August 26, 2026

About the Role

Join the catheterization laboratory team at the facility, supporting a high-volume interventional program. You'll work across five suites handling 10–22 cases daily, including coronary interventions, peripheral and vascular cases, electrophysiology procedures, and neuro interventions. This is a STEMI-receiving facility with a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Your Responsibilities

• Scrub, monitor hemodynamics, or circulate as assigned during diagnostic angiograms, PCI/stent placements, device implants, and peripheral interventions
• Operate imaging and hemodynamic monitoring equipment
• Prepare sterile fields, instruments, and supplies
• Monitor vital signs and alert the team to hemodynamic changes
• Manage conscious and moderate sedation support, cardiac drips (Integrilin, dopamine, vasopressors), and balloon pumps
• Ensure radiation safety protocols
• Assist with post-procedure care, including sheath removal
• Document procedures accurately

Required Qualifications

• ARRT certification with Fluoroscopy endorsement (RCIS/CCT not accepted)
• Current BLS certification
• Minimum 1+ year current cath lab experience
• Comfort with conscious and moderate sedation, procedural airway management, and cardiac medications
• Valid state RT license

Scheduling & On-Call

• Rotate call 1x/week for inpatient and emergent cases
• 1 weekend per month (Friday evening through Monday morning)
• Block scheduling available Friday–Sunday
• Flexible: willing to work 10s or 12s

Notes

First-time travelers welcome. The facility provides radiation badge. 40 guaranteed hours per week. Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment.