Travel Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) – Cardiac Cath Lab Tech | Day Shifts
Location: Texas
Job Type: Full-time, Travel Contract (13 Weeks)
Schedule: Day Shift | 4x10-Hour Shifts (On-call rotation as required)
Pay: Up to $2,517.00 per week (Gross weekly pay includes stipend options for eligible travelers)
Job Summary
Are you an experienced Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) ready for your next travel assignment? We are seeking a skilled and adaptable Cardiac Cath Lab Tech to join a premier interventional cardiology team in Texas.
In this role, you will play a critical part in high-acuity cardiac procedures, assisting physicians with diagnostic and interventional catheterizations. Enjoy a predictable 4x10-hour day shift schedule, competitive weekly pay, and the opportunity to expand your clinical expertise in top-tier facilities across Texas.
Key Responsibilities
Scrub, circulate, and monitor during adult diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures.
Operate advanced fluoroscopy and imaging equipment in adherence to radiation safety standards.
Monitor, record, and interpret hemodynamic data, ECG rhythms, and patient vitals; promptly alert physicians to clinical changes.
Prepare sterile trays, maintain aseptic technique, and manage sheath insertion, wire exchanges, and deployment of stents/balloons.
Collaborate seamlessly with interdisciplinary interventional cardiology teams, nurses, and attending physicians.
Maintain equipment quality control, calibrate cath lab instrumentation, and document case details accurately.
Shift Details & Work Schedule
Hours: 4x10-Hour Day Shifts (e.g., 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM).
On-Call: Rotating weeknight and weekend call requirements per facility schedule.
Contract Length: 13-week assignment with high potential for extension.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education:
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Cardiovascular Technology (CVT) or Radiologic Technology from an accredited program.
Licenses & Certifications:
Active Texas Medical Board (TMB) certification/licensure (MRT) or applicable state credentials.
RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) or CVIS certification preferred; ARRT (CI/VI) accepted.
Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA-approved).
Experience:
Minimum of 1–2 years of recent hands-on experience in a high-volume Cardiac Cath Lab or Interventional Suite.
Demonstrated proficiency with hemodynamic monitoring systems (e.g., Mac-Lab, Witt) and fluoroscopy equipment.
Proven track record working with complex interventional procedures (angioplasty, stenting, atherectomy, thrombectomy).
Strong critical-thinking, adaptability, and teamwork skills in fast-paced clinical environments.
Compensation & Travel Benefits
Total Gross Weekly Pay: $2,517.00
Tax-free lodging and meals/incidentals stipends (for eligible traveling candidates).
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage starting Day 1.
401(k) retirement plan options.
Dedicated clinical liaison and 24/7 recruiter support.
Travel and licensure reimbursement assistance.