Travel Cath Lab Technologist - $2,767 per week
About the role
Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel Cath Lab Technologist for a travel job in Los Angeles, California. Start date: ASAP. Duration: 13 weeks. 40 hours per week, 10‑hour day shifts. Employment type: travel.
At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.
Responsibilities
- Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast-enhanced radiographs of the heart and cardiovascular system during cardiac catheterization.
- Positions and immobilizes patients on the examining table, following specified protocols.
- Enters technical factors determined by protocol, including radiation beam quality and filming sequences, into the computer.
- Adjusts the examining table and manipulates x‑ray tube positions as per physician instructions.
- Initiates automatic injection of contrast medium into patients’ blood vessels.
- Activates fluoroscopy and motion picture camera to produce images for assisting in catheter guidance.
- Provides patients with clear explanations of procedures and detailed discharge instructions.
- Monitors and observes data from gauges and video screens related to patient responses during imaging procedures.
- Alerts the physician to any changes in patient conditions during procedures.
- Monitors and controls environmental factors such as temperature and safety measures.
- Assists physicians with interventional procedures, including enzyme instillations or balloon insertions to remove blockages.
- Maintains accurate and updated documentation in adherence to program standards.
- Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Education: Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience (preferred); Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic Technology or equivalent (preferred).
- Experience: Experience in Cath Lab or Special Procedures (preferred).
- Licenses/Certifications: ARRT certification (pre