Travel Cath Lab Technologist - $3,454 per week

American Traveler; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 105,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scrubs provided

Free parking

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel Cath Lab Technologist for a 13-week assignment in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

The role requires ARRT-R, ACLS, BLS certifications and at least one year of cath lab experience. You will work 4x10 hour days (40 hours/week) with call duties and STEMI coverage expectations.

Qualifications

• ARRT-R certification required.
• ACLS and BLS certifications required.
• One year of experience in cath lab or EP lab preferred.

Responsibilities

• EKG lead placement and access site preparation.
• Equipment setup and patient monitoring.
• Recognize life-threatening arrhythmias and follow PPE protocols.

Skills

ARRT-R

ACLS

BLS

Education

State license

Job description

Introduction

American Traveler is seeking a travel Cath Lab Technologist for a travel job in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cath Lab Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Cath Lab / EP Technologist for a Level II Trauma Center, requiring ARRT-R certification and fluoroscopy/Philips equipment experience.

Details

• Short term acute care hospital with 426 staffed beds and Level II Trauma Center designation
• Diagnostic and interventional cardiac cath lab with EP lab and hybrid OR capabilities
• 4x10 hour day shifts from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
• On-call required, 6-9 weekday call shifts per 4-week schedule (5:15 PM-7 AM)
• Weekend call required approximately 1 in 4 weeks, covering 48 hours from Friday 5:15 PM to Monday 7 AM
• 3 staff required on call at all times for STEMI coverage
• Uses Epic for charting
• Uses fluoroscopy and Philips equipment

Requirements

• ARRT-R, ACLS, and BLS certifications required
• ARRT CI and CCI RCIS certifications preferred
• State license required if applicable
• Minimum 1 year of experience required; first-time travelers accepted
• Must be able to scrub and maintain a sterile field
• Experience with vascular closure systems (Perclose, StarClose) preferred
• Experience with cardiac cath lab procedures including diagnostic and left/right heart catheterization, PCI, PTCA, stent placement
• EP skills such as cardiac ablation, mapping, and pacemaker insertion preferred
• Experience with IABP, Impella, and hemodynamic monitoring preferred
• One professional reference required for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include EKG lead placement, access site prep, equipment setup, and accurate patient monitoring
• Must recognize life‑threatening arrhythmias and use isolation precautions/PPE appropriately
• Scrubs provided
• Free parking available
• Part of the Yale New Haven Health System
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required with medical/religious exemptions only
• Candidates must be located more than 75 miles from the facility to be considered, unless applying as a Nuclear Med Tech or CT Tech
• Local candidates not accepted under standard travel rate
• Returning staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be eligible as a traveler
• Up to 7 days of RTO can be auto-approved

Pay

American Traveler Job ID #P-781838. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 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.

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.