Cath LAB Technologist

First Connect Health is seeking a travel Cath Lab Technologist for a travel job in Bakersfield, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cath Lab Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

HIGH-GROSS DAY-SHIFT CATH LAB TECH CONTRACT – WEEKEND BLOCK SCHEDULE AVAILABLE

First Connect Health has an immediate 16-week travel contract opening for an experienced Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist in Bakersfield, California. Operating within a high-volume, 5-suite Cardiac Cath / IR department at a premier STEMI receiving facility, this high-paying position features a predictable Friday–Sunday daytime schedule with block scheduling approval! First-time travel technologists are welcome to apply. If you are looking to secure a lucrative California package exceeding $3,500/week with max tax-free stipends, manage complex coronary, vascular, neuro, and EP cases, and scrub alongside top-tier interventionists, this contract is built for you!

PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE

• Weekly Gross: $3,541.00
• Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,441.00
• Hourly W2 Rate: $50.00/hr (24 regular hours)
• Daily Overtime Rate: $75.00/hr (12 daily OT hours included under California labor guidelines)

SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS

• Schedule: Day shifts, 3x12-Hours (Friday through Sunday). Block scheduling approved for Friday–Sunday shifts! (Facility is also open to 10-hour or 12-hour shift variations).
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 regular/OT hours guaranteed weekly.
• Assignment Duration: Extended 16-week contract.
• On-Call Requirements: Weeknight call rotation of 1 shift per week and weekend call rotation of 1 weekend per month (Friday evening through Monday morning). Standby call rate is $7.00/hr ($139.00/hr call-back rate).
• Clinical Scope & Pacing: Comprehensive coverage across a 5-suite lab (2 coronary suites, 1 peripheral suite, 1 vascular/neuro suite, and 1 EP suite) handling 10 to 22 cases per day. Multi-disciplinary staffing model (2 techs per case: 1 scrub and 1 monitoring hemodynamics).
• Case Diversity: Coronary/cardiac interventions, vascular, peripheral, general IR, and neuro interventions.
• EMR Charting System: Cerner EMR.

REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION

• Experience: Current clinical Cath Lab experience is required. Must be proficient in scrub/monitor roles, procedural workflow, intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP), procedural airway awareness, and familiar with cardiac drip management (Integrilin, Dopamine, vasopressors). First-time travelers accepted!
• Licensure & Credentials:
  • Active ARRT registration is required.
  • Valid California Fluoroscopy Permit is required.
  • Active AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Note: RCIS or CCT credentials without ARRT/Fluoro are strictly NOT accepted for this position.

✨ WORK WITH FIRST CONNECT HEALTH

Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards. Apply directly to this posting to lock in your file with our specialized cardiovascular recruitment team. We guarantee 100% upfront financial transparency, immediate document checklist mapping, and fast-track your profile straight to the unit hiring team for direct review!

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Location Details: Assignment is located in Bakersfield, CA 93301. ⏱️ Assignment Timeline: 16-week contract running from August 03, 2026, through November 23, 2026. ️ Scheduling Flexibility: Open to Friday–Sunday block scheduling (3x12s or 4x10s configuration as agreed with manager). ☢️ Radiation Safety: Staffing agency provides radiation monitoring badge to traveler.

About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

• ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
• ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
• ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
• ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

Benefits

• Sick pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus