Description
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: 05/11/2026
- 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: May 11, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced Cath Lab Technologist with a minimum of 2 years of current cath lab experience, ARRT and Fluoroscopy certifications, for a 13-week acute care assignment 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 cases
- Cases are performed with 2 techs — one scrubs and one monitors hemodynamics; a 4th team member (RN or tech) may assist depending on the case
- Total daily caseload ranges from 10–22 cases across all suites
- Charting performed in Cerner
- 10-hour day shifts, every other weekend (EOW)
- Rotating weeknight call required approximately once per week for inpatient and emergent cases
- Weekend call rotates approximately once per month, running from Friday evening through Monday morning (subject to change based on unit needs)
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of current cath lab experience required
- ARRT, Fluoroscopy Permit, and BLS required — RCIS and CCT certifications 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, and airway management
- Experience with cardiac drips such as Integrilin, dopamine, and vasopressors required
- Experience with intra-aortic balloon pumps required
- Cerner EMR experience preferred
- License required if applicable
- A driver's license copy 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
- First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
- 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 who worked PRN through outside firms will be considered
- A radiation badge is provided by the agency
- A lead tech is responsible for room assignments each day
- An RN manages conscious sedation during procedures
- Orientation is approximately 12 hours
American Traveler Job ID #P-697807. 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.
