First Connect Health is seeking a travel Cath Lab Technologist for a travel job in Stockton, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Cath Lab Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Cath Lab Technologist – Travel Assignment
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Cath Lab Technologist with strong X-ray experience to join our Cath Lab & Interventional Radiology team. The ideal candidate will have experience with both peripheral and coronary procedures, be comfortable caring for critically ill patients, and have experience working in a high-acuity STEMI receiving center.
CERNER experience is required.
Assignment Requirements
- Position: Cath Lab Technologist
- Specialty: Cath Lab & Interventional Radiology
- Shift Options: 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
- Call Requirement:
- 1 night of call per week
- 1 weekend of call approximately every 6th weekend
- Call team remains until all cases for the day are completed
- Traveler receives the following day off after call
- Floating: No floating required
- Unit Orientation: 1–2 days
- Scrubs: Provided
- Radiation Badge: Agency must provide a rad badge for the traveler
Required Qualifications & Certifications
- Previous Cath Lab Technologist experience
- Strong X-ray experience
- CERNER experience required
- Experience with both peripheral and coronary procedures
- Comfortable working with critically ill patients
- BLS
- CRT
- ARRT
- Fluoroscopy certification
- RCIS is not accepted in place of the required certifications
Department Details
- Cath Lab & IR Department
- 4 procedure rooms
- Approximately 15–20 cases per day
- Siemens and Philips equipment are utilized; experience with either platform is preferred but not required
- Charge nurse available during the day
- Circulating nurse serves as the charge nurse after hours
- Cardiologist and respiratory therapist available on standby or working 24/7
- In-house pharmacy available 24/7
- Respiratory therapy support is available for cases requiring ventilators, with RT present in the procedure room as needed
- Facility is a STEMI receiving center and manages a significant volume of STEMI cases each month
Procedures & Technology
Candidates should be comfortable working with advanced Cath Lab technologies and procedures, including:
- Laser
- Rotablator
- Nitric oxide
- IVUS
- Impella
- IABP
- FFR
- AngioJet
- Coronary interventions
- Peripheral interventions
Experience with Merge is a strong plus.
MyJourney Requirement
All MyJourney modules must be completed prior to arrival.
Travelers who have not completed all required MyJourney modules before arrival will be pushed back and will not be permitted to start the assignment. No exceptions.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a highly experienced Cath Lab Technologist who can independently support coronary and peripheral procedures, work effectively in a fast-paced environment, and provide technical support for high-acuity and emergent cases, including STEMIs. Experience with Siemens or Philips equipment and Merge is preferred, but not mandatory.
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About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
- ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
- ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
- ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus