Cath Lab Tech - Travel Job

Are you ready to take your expertise as a cardiovascular technologist to new heights? Join our team as a Cath Lab Tech (Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) and play a vital role on a team that values your expertise while working in Des Moines, IA. Assist physicians and Cath lab personnel in conducting diagnostic tests and procedures, and operate advanced equipment to capture crucial images and data of the heart and blood vessels.

Minimum Qualifications

• RCIS or RCES required. Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) RCIS is accepted.
• Electrophysiology (EP) experience required.
• Minimum 24 months of combined Electrophysiology/EP and Cardiac Cath/CCL experience in a hospital setting required. This work history must be documented on resume/employment history.
• Skills checklist specific to Electrophysiology/EP and Cardiac Cath/CCL required.
• Professional reference or performance evaluation from a charge, supervisor, nurse manager, director, CNO, or COO within the past 24 months preferred.
• Driver's license required (document).
• State-specific licensing when required.
• BLS and ACLS certification preferred (American Heart Association preferred).
• Travel experience desired but not required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cardiac Cath lab experience preferred.
• Travel experience preferred.

Assignment Details

• 4x10 hour shifts per week, 0700 start time.
• 40 hours per week.
• Call required: one night per week and every 3rd weekend.
• May be required to float across all Des Moines campuses to like units.
• Must be available to work 1-2 of 3 major summer holidays unless unit is closed (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day).

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits Designed for Travelers


We value your commitment to patient care. We offer a comprehensive benefits package effective on day one.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter contact by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting the Quality of Care for Patients Nationwide


As a traveling cardiovascular technologist, you will provide critical support in procedural and diagnostic care across hospital settings. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure procedural efficiency, patient safety, and high-quality imaging and data collection. Documentation of clinical competencies and adherence to facility protocols will be required.

Location Highlights

Des Moines offers a blend of urban amenities and outdoor access. Visit the Pappajohn Sculpture Park and the Historic East Village within a short downtown walk, or reach the Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge in about 30 minutes for trails and birding. The city hosts the Iowa State Fairgrounds and a variety of local breweries and performing arts venues within a 10-20 minute drive, supporting an urban yet family-friendly lifestyle.

EEO Statement


Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. 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 of our associates.