Rad Tech
Cath Lab Tech – 4x10 Day Shift
Position Overview
The facility is seeking an experienced Cath Lab Technologist to join a high-volume interventional cardiology program. This is a 13-week contract position accepting first-time travelers.
Schedule & Location
- Shift: 4x10 hours, Days (07:00–17:30)
- Call: 1–2 shifts per week
- Weekend coverage: Approximately 1 weekend per month
- Location: Los Angeles, CA
Clinical Environment
You'll work in a 3-room cath lab and dedicated EP lab supporting a high-volume structural heart program. The facility performs extensive transcatheter procedures with an average caseload of 3 cases per room. Patient population includes adults and geriatric patients requiring diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization, structural heart interventions, peripheral vascular procedures, and electrophysiology ablations and device implants.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterizations
- Assist with structural heart procedures: TAVR, MitraClip, Watchman, LAA closure
- Support EP ablations and device implants
- Manage peripheral vascular angiography and intervention
- Maintain sterile field; recognize life-threatening arrhythmias
- Prepare access sites; perform EKG lead placement
- Stock supplies and ensure equipment readiness
Required Qualifications
- Certifications: BLS, ARRT R, Fluoro Permit, CA CRT
- Experience: Minimum 1 year in Cath Lab, Structural Heart, and EP
- Skills: Diagnostic and interventional cardiac cath, IABP/Impella placement, TAVR, Watchman, fluoroscopy, hemodynamic monitoring, sterile technique
- License: Active California license required at submission
Pre-Start Requirements
- Advanced EKG exam (80% minimum passing score; 2 attempts permitted)
- Required compliance modules prior to start
- Smoke/nicotine-free facility; arrive free of tobacco odor
Additional Details
- Scrubs provided
- 9-week contract (91 billable hours)