Travel Cath Lab Technologist (Cardiovascular Technologist - CVT)
Location: New York
Pay: $2,700 – $3,100 per week (adjust if needed)
Contract Length: 13 weeks (option to extend)
Schedule:
10-hour shifts, primarily days
Some evening shifts required
On-call and callback required per unit needs
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Cath Lab Technologist / Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) to support a high-acuity Cardiac Cath and EP Lab. This role requires strong experience in invasive cardiac procedures and the ability to function in multiple roles including scrub, circulator, and monitor.
Responsibilities:
Prepare procedure rooms and maintain sterile field for cardiac procedures
Set up and manage sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment
Assist physicians during invasive cardiac and vascular procedures
Function in scrub, circulator, and monitoring roles
Anticipate equipment needs during procedures
Operate specialized Cath Lab equipment
Maintain patient safety and sterile technique throughout procedures
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for optimal patient outcomes
Required Experience:
Right and Left Heart Hemodynamics
Cardiac Interventions (PCI, CTO)
Pericardiocentesis
Vascular Interventions
Advanced devices: RotoPro, LVADs, AngioVac, FlowTriever
Mechanical Circulatory Support Experience Required:
ECMO
Impella
IABP
ProtekDuo
Structural Heart Experience Required:
TAVR
MitraClip
Watchman
CardioMEMS
PFO / ASD / VSD
Valvuloplasty
Requirements:
Minimum 2 years of Cath Lab Tech experience
RCIS certification (required)
ARRT preferred
Must meet NYS requirements (or eligible for grandfathering under Public Health Law 2824)
Critical care or cardiac experience required
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Certifications:
BLS (required)
ACLS (required)
RCIS (required)