Cath Lab Tech - Contract Houston TX

13-week contract assignment starting ASAP. Pay rate: $72.00 per hour. Day shift: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM. On-call participation required; candidates must live within approximately 30 minutes of the work location.

About the role

Protouch Staffing is seeking an experienced Cath Lab Technologist for a contract assignment. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled imaging professional with strong Cath Lab experience who is confident working in a fast-paced procedural environment and collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, and other members of the cardiovascular care team.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and the healthcare team with cardiac catheterization and other invasive/specialized radiology procedures.
• Provide technical support during Cath Lab, EP, and structural heart procedures.
• Operate and assist with fluoroscopic imaging equipment, C-arms, and other specialized radiology equipment.
• Prepare patients for procedures, explain the procedure as appropriate, position patients, and assist with obtaining high-quality diagnostic images.
• Perform EP monitoring, EP scrubbing, and structural heart scrubbing as required.
• Maintain accurate patient and procedural documentation.
• Monitor and enter patient information into electronic medical record systems.
• Follow all radiation safety procedures and maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Perform quality assurance checks and identify equipment issues or malfunctions.
• Report equipment concerns, incidents, or patient-care issues to appropriate department leadership.
• Maintain appropriate supplies and assist with inventory management.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, technologists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide compassionate, professional care while maintaining patient safety and confidentiality.
• Participate in required education, competency assessments, and ongoing professional development.
• Participate in on-call responsibilities as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Cath Lab or closely related special procedures experience.
• Current experience working in a Cath Lab environment.
• Demonstrated experience with:
  • EP procedures
  • EP monitoring
  • EP scrubbing
  • Structural heart procedures
  • Fluoroscopic procedures
  • C-arm technology
  • X-ray technology
  • Cardiac imaging
• Strong understanding of radiation safety and procedural imaging.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Ability to participate in required on-call coverage.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Philips imaging equipment.
• Experience with PACS and electronic medical record systems.
• Experience with advanced cardiovascular or interventional procedures.
• Experience in high-volume Cath Lab or cardiovascular procedural environments.

Pay

$72.00 per hour.

Schedule

7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, day shift. On-call participation required.