Cardiac Cath LAB Technician

American Traveler 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: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Aug 3, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Cath Lab Technologist with a minimum of 2 years of current cath lab experience for a 13-week acute care assignment in Bakersfield, CA. Details Acute care hospital cardiac cath lab setting with 5 suites: 2 primarily for coronary cases, 1 for peripheral cases, 1 for vascular and neuro cases, and 1 dedicated EP suite STEMI-receiving facility performing cardiac/coronary, vascular, peripheral, general IR, and neuro intervention procedures Cases are performed with 2 techs — one scrubs and one monitors hemodynamics; an RN manages conscious sedation, and a 4th person (RN or tech) may assist depending on the case Average daily caseload ranges from 10–22 cases across all suites Charting system: Cerner 12-hour day shifts, every other weekend (EOW) Weeknight call rotation: approximately 1x per week for inpatient and emergent cases Weekend call rotation: approximately 1 weekend per month, running from Friday evening through Monday morning (subject to change based on unit needs) First to float per facility policy Requirements Minimum of 2 years of current cath lab experience required Active ARRT certification required — RCIS and CCT will not be accepted Active BLS and Fluoroscopy certifications required; pending certifications are not accepted State or Compact (NLC) license required if applicable; must be active — pending licenses will not be accepted Proficiency in cardiac/coronary, vascular, peripheral, general IR, and neuro intervention procedures Must be comfortable with conscious and moderate sedation, procedural processes, and airway management Experience with cardiac drips (e.g., Integrilin, dopamine, vasopressors) and balloon pumps required 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, each including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire Copy of driver's license required for consideration Additional Information First-time travelers will not be considered for this position A Lead Tech is responsible for making room assignments each day Radiation badge is provided by the agency Candidates who have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year are not eligible; candidates employed PRN through outside firms will be considered American Traveler Job ID P-709013. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Cath Lab / EP Technologist - Cardiac Cath Lab About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.