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: 07/06/2026
- 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: Jul 6, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Cath Lab Technologist with 2+ years of current cath lab experience, including cardiac, vascular, peripheral, and neuro intervention, for an acute care hospital in Bakersfield, CA.
Details
- Acute care hospital Cardiac Cath Lab setting with 5 suites: 2 dedicated to coronary cases, 1 for peripheral cases, 1 for vascular and neuro cases, and 1 for EP cases
- 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 performs conscious sedation, and a 4th team member (RN or tech) may assist depending on the case
- Daily caseload ranges from 10 to 22 cases across all suites
- Charting is done in Cerner
- Day shifts available in 10- or 12-hour increments; block scheduling on weekends is an option
- Weeknight call rotation of approximately once per week for inpatient and emergent cases
- Weekend call rotation of approximately one weekend per month, running from Friday evening through Monday morning (subject to change based on unit needs)
- 13-week contract
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of current Cath Lab experience required
- Required certifications: ARRT, Fluoroscopy Permit, and BLS — RCIS and CCT credentials will not be accepted
- Proficiency with cardiac/coronary, vascular, peripheral, general IR, and neuro intervention procedures
- Must be comfortable with conscious and moderate sedation, procedural processes, airway management, cardiac drips (e.g., Integrilin, dopamine, vasopressors), and balloon pumps
- License required if applicable — active state or compact (NLC) licensure required; pending licenses will not be accepted
- A copy of your driver's license is required for consideration
- 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
Additional Information
- A Lead Tech is responsible for room assignments within the lab
- A 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 Health facility within the past year are not eligible — candidates previously working PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered
American Traveler Job ID #P-715617. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 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.
