Cath Lab Tech

Cath Lab Technologist

Bakersfield, CA | 13-Week Contract | Day Shift (7 AM–7 PM)

About the Role

The facility's cath lab is a high-volume cardiac intervention center performing 10–22 cases daily across five suites. You'll work as part of a skilled team delivering diagnostic angiograms, coronary interventions (PCI/stent), peripheral and vascular procedures, electrophysiology cases, and neuro interventions. This is a STEMI-receiving facility with a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

What You'll Do

• Scrub and/or monitor hemodynamics during cardiac catheterization procedures
• Operate fluoroscopy and hemodynamic monitoring equipment
• Prepare sterile fields, instruments, and supplies
• Administer contrast and medications per protocol
• Monitor vital signs and alert the team to hemodynamic changes
• Manage patient airway, conscious sedation support, and cardiac drips (Integrilin, dopamine, vasopressors, balloon pumps)
• Ensure radiation safety compliance
• Document procedures and patient data accurately
• Assist with post-procedure care, including sheath removal and site management

Requirements

• ARRT certification with Fluoroscopy endorsement (RCIS/CCT not accepted)
• BLS certification
• Current state radiologic technology license
• Minimum 1+ years cath lab experience required
• Comfortable with conscious and moderate sedation, procedural processes, and airway management

Schedule & On-Call

• 10- or 12-hour shifts; flexible scheduling available
• Open to block scheduling Friday–Sunday
• Call rotation: 1× per week (inpatient/emergent cases)
• Weekend call: 1 weekend per month (Friday evening–Monday AM)
• Guaranteed 36 hours per week
• First-time travelers welcome

Contract Details

• 91 weeks
• Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week period (or pay in lieu)