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Cath Lab Tech
Bakersfield, CA
Cath Lab Technologist
Position Overview
The facility's catheterization lab is a high-volume interventional center performing cardiac, coronary, vascular, peripheral, electrophysiology, and neuro intervention procedures. You'll work in a fast-paced environment handling 10–22 cases per day across 5 dedicated suites.
Shift & Schedule
- 4 x 10-hour day shifts
- Every other weekend off; first to float
- Rotate on-call for inpatient and emergency cases (call runs Friday evening through Monday morning; subject to change based on unit needs)
- 13-week contract
- 40 guaranteed hours per week
- Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment (or pay full hours in lieu)
Clinical Scope & Responsibilities
You'll work as part of a 2-tech team per case (one scrubs, one monitors hemodynamics). Some complex cases may include a third or fourth team member. Responsibilities include:
- Airway management and conscious/moderate sedation support
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Cardiac drip administration (Integrilin, dopamine, vasopressors)
- Balloon pump operation
- Procedural assistance across all intervention types
Required Qualifications
- ARRT certification
- Fluoroscopy certification
- BLS certification
- Current cath lab experience required
- Comfortable with conscious and moderate sedation protocols
Note
RCIS and CCT certifications will not be accepted. Radiation badge provided by the facility.
