Travel Cath Lab Tech - $2,887 per week

American Traveler; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Cath Lab Technologist for a travel assignment in Springfield, Illinois. The selected candidate will work 3x12-hour day shifts in a Level I trauma hospital, performing diagnostic and interventional cardiac cath lab procedures and supporting the cath lab team.

Requirements include 1 year of cath lab experience, ACLS/BLS/ARRT, RCIS certifications, Cerner EMR proficiency, and an active Illinois license.

Qualifications

• ACLS, BLS, ARRT (R), and RCIS (CCI) certifications required; ARRT (R) preferred over RCIS
• Minimum 1 year of experience in diagnostic and interventional cardiac cath lab settings required
• Cerner EMR experience required
• Experience with equipment setup and recognition of life-threatening arrhythmias
• Active Illinois license required at time of consideration

Responsibilities

• Scrubbing and circulating during procedures
• Equipment setup
• Recognition of life-threatening arrhythmias

Skills

ACLS

BLS

ARRT R

RCIS CCI

Arrhythmia recognition

Sterile technique

Isolation precautions

Active Illinois license

Tools

Cerner EMR

Equipment setup

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Cath Lab Technologist for a travel job in Springfield, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cath Lab Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Cath Lab / EP Technologist for a Level I trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital, requiring at least 1 year of cardiac cath lab experience.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting with a dedicated Cath Lab unit
• Diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization lab
• Adult and geriatric patient population, middle and older adult age competencies required
• Procedures include cardiac implant closure device, cardiac stent placement, diagnostic catheterizations, IABP placement/removal, left and right heart catheterization, PCI, PTCA, and rotablator atherectomy
• Uses Cerner charting system
• 3x12 hour day shifts from 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM
• Works 2-3 weekends per contract
• No floating within scope required beyond hospital or affiliate facilities as needed
• Call required on a rotating basis with staff and agency, supported by a dedicated call team

Requirements

• ACLS, BLS, ARRT (R), and RCIS (CCI) certifications required; ARRT (R) preferred over RCIS
• Minimum 1 year of experience in diagnostic and interventional cardiac cath lab settings required
• Cerner EMR experience required
• Experience with equipment setup and recognition of life-threatening arrhythmias
• Skilled in isolation precautions and sterile technique
• Active Illinois license required at time of consideration
• License required if applicable

Additional Information

• First-time travelers accepted
• Responsibilities include scrubbing and circulating during procedures, equipment setup, and recognition of life-threatening arrhythmias
• Local candidates accepted with no radius restriction
• Previous permanent or PRN employees must be separated from the facility for at least 12 months before returning as a travel candidate
• Floating required for all travelers, including to nearby affiliate facilities
• RTO ideally limited to 5 days or fewer per contract
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• Scrubs are provided
• 1,000+ bed Magnet-designated, Level I trauma acute care hospital
• Travel pairs not accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-768130. 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.