Cath Lab Tech

Cath Lab Tech

The Cath Lab Tech plays a vital role in assisting with cardiovascular procedures. This position requires expertise in the use of diagnostic tools and technologies relevant to cardiac interventions.

Shift Details

• Rotating 4x10 hour Day Shifts (0700-1730 & 0930-2000), may vary based on case completion
• All team members rotate shifts weekly to maintain consistency

Caseload

• Daily caseload per tech ranges between 20 to 25 cases, with approximately 4 to 5 labs running each day
• Each lab typically has 2-3 Cardiovascular Techs assigned

On-Call Requirements

• This position requires being on-call one weekend (Friday to Sunday) every 7 weeks
• Each week includes an evening shift and additional call shift requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Cath Lab Tech required
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• National certifications required: BLS, ACLS, ARRT or RCIS (registered or in progress)
• A South Carolina license (SCRQSA) is mandatory
• Radiation badge provided by the agency is required; the facility does not supply badges
• Proficiency in coronary diagnostic/intervention scrub and monitoring is essential

Additional Information

• Potential for accommodating block schedules, subject to management approval
• A local radius rule of 60 miles applies
• Local applicants may be accepted on a case-by-case basis
• All requested time off (RTO) must be included at submission and is subject to approval
• Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks, with options for compensation for called off hours

Work Environment

• Type of facility: Acute Care Hospital with 304 staffed beds
• Scrubs provided by the facility; specific color assigned to the Cath Lab
• EHR system used: EPIC
• Free parking available, with passes distributed during badge pickup

Hurricane Season Advisory

All staff members may be assigned to emergency response teams during hurricane season, which runs from June through November. Confirming new or extended assignments during this period is advised against, particularly in the peak months of August and September.