Travel Cath Lab Tech: Cardiac Care Specialist in Peoria

Fusion Medical Staffing, LLC; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive pay for travel pros

Medical, dental, and vision insurance,

PTO after 1560 hours

Life and short-term disability

401(k) matching

Refer-a-friend bonus program

24/7 recruiter support

Licensure and CEU reimbursement

Job summary

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a Travel Cath Lab Tech for a 13-week assignment in Peoria, IL. The role involves assisting in diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures, preparing patients and equipment, and ensuring patient safety in a fast-paced lab environment.

The ideal candidate has 1 year of Cath Lab experience, current BLS, ACLS, and ARRT/RCES/RCIS certifications. Preferred candidates hold Radiologic Technologist licensure and PALS/ENPC certifications.

Qualifications

• One year recent experience as a Cardiac Cath Lab Tech.
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) certification.
• ARRT, RCES, or RCIS certification.
• Current ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification.
• Radiologic Technologist license in compliance within state regulations (preferred).
• PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC Certifications (preferred).
• Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and position patients for cardiac catheterization, angioplasty, stent placement, electrophysiology studies, and other interventional procedures.
• Assist physicians during procedures by passing catheters, wires, balloons, and stents, and operating fluoroscopy and hemodynamic monitoring equipment.
• Operate and maintain imaging equipment, contrast injectors, and hemodynamic monitoring systems, ensuring proper functionality.
• Scrub in and assist with sterile field setup, ensuring adherence to infection control and procedural protocols.
• Perform sheath removal and hemostasis using manual compression or closure devices as directed.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including patient records, imaging data, and equipment logs.
• Assist with inventory management, stocking supplies, and ensuring proper storage of sterile instruments and medications.
• Adhere to radiation safety protocols, ensuring proper use of lead aprons, shields, and dosimeters.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, safety guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.

Skills

Critical thinking

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Education

BLS (certified)

ARRT/RCES/RCIS

ACLS (certified)

Radiologic Technologist license (preferred)

Job description

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a Travel Cath Lab Tech for a 13-week assignment in Peoria, IL. The role involves assisting in diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures, preparing patients and equipment, and ensuring patient safety in a fast-paced lab environment.

The ideal candidate has 1 year of Cath Lab experience, current BLS, ACLS, and ARRT/RCES/RCIS certifications. Preferred candidates hold Radiologic Technologist licensure and PALS/ENPC certifications.