Cath Lab Tech - Travel Job

Cath Lab Tech Opportunity in Bakersfield, CA

Are you ready to take your expertise as a cardiovascular technologist to new heights. Join a hospital in Bakersfield, CA as a Cath Lab Tech and play a vital role on a team that values your skills while experiencing a new location. Assist physicians and cath lab personnel in diagnostic tests and procedures. Operate advanced imaging equipment to capture crucial data of the heart and vascular system.

What You'll Need:

• ARRT certification required.
• BLS certification required.
• Fluoroscopy certification required.
• Current cath lab experience required. Must be comfortable with conscious and moderate sedation, airway management, and vasoactive drips (for example Integrilin, dopamine) and balloon pump management.
• Experience with cardiac/coronary, vascular, peripheral, general IR, and neuro intervention procedures preferred.
• Experience charting in Cerner preferred.
• MSP/agency requirement: No first-time travelers accepted.
• Will not accept RCIS or CCT in lieu of ARRT/Fluoro.
• STEMI receiving facility experience preferred.

Minimum Requirements:

• ARRT certification (required).
• Fluoroscopy certification (required).
• BLS certification (required).
• Current cath lab experience in a hospital setting (required).
• Comfort with conscious/moderate sedation and procedural airway management (required).
• Experience managing cardiac drips and intra-aortic balloon pump or similar device (required).
• Experience with high-volume case mixes including coronary, peripheral, vascular, neuro, and EP procedures (preferred).
• Familiarity with Cerner electronic charting system (preferred).

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Hospital.
• Primary specialty: Cath Lab Tech.
• Shift name: Days.
• Shift pattern: 4x10s.
• Shift notes: Days, 10s, every other week schedule, call required.
• Orientation: 12 hours.
• Case volume: Average 10–22 cases per day across 5 suites (coronary, peripheral, vascular/neuro, EP).
• Call/weekday requirement: Rotate call for inpatient and emergent cases, approximately 1x/week.
• Weekend call requirement: Approximately 1 weekend per month; weekend call may run from Friday evening through Monday morning and is subject to change.
• Agency provides traveler with radiation badge.
• Cancellations: Hospital may cancel shifts per facility cancellation policy.

Location Highlights

Explore Bakersfield and nearby outdoor and cultural attractions. Bakersfield is adjacent to the southern entrance of Sequoia National Forest, about a 1–1.5 hour drive to Lake Isabella for boating and fishing. The city offers the Kern River Parkway with multiple trailheads and parks within a 10–20 minute drive from central hospital areas. Bakersfield has a local music scene centered on the Buck Owens' Crystal Palace and a growing downtown dining district within a 5–15 minute commute. For weekend travel, Yosemite National Park is approximately 3.5–4 hours north, and the coastal city of Santa Barbara is about a 2.5–3 hour drive, offering coastal access and weekend getaway options. The area fits a suburban-to-outdoor lifestyle with accessible urban amenities and regional adventure options.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

• Full medical benefits and retirement options available to travelers.
• 24/7 recruiter support.
• Paid housing options available.
• Travel and license reimbursement available.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

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