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Travel Cath Lab Technologist

Peoria, IL · On-site

$2.3K - $3.0K/wk

ADN Healthcare is seeking a travel Cath Lab Technologist for a travel job in Peoria, Illinois ... Continuing Education * Company provided housing options * Mileage reimbursement * Referral bonus

Travel Cath Lab Technologist

Medford, OR · On-site

$2.4K - $3.2K/wk

ADN Healthcare is seeking a travel Cath Lab Technologist for a travel job in Medford, Oregon ... Continuing Education * Company provided housing options * Mileage reimbursement * Referral bonus

Cath Lab Tech

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$2.2K - $3.0K/wk

Career development and continuing education opportunities * Health savings accounts, healthcare & ... Experience: 6 months in Cath Lab/Cardiac Intervention Lab. * Education: Associate degree in ...

Cath Lab Tech

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$2.2K - $3.0K/wk

Career development and continuing education opportunities * Health savings accounts, healthcare & ... Minimum Requirements * Experience:6 months in Cath Lab/Cardiac Intervention Lab. * Education:

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How much do cath lab educator jobs pay per week?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average weekly pay for cath lab educator in the United States is $2,568.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $2,192.31 and $2,932.69 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Cath Lab Educator?

A Cath Lab Educator is a specialized nurse or healthcare professional responsible for the education and training of staff within a cardiac catheterization laboratory. They develop and deliver educational programs, ensure staff competency, and stay current on best practices and new technologies in cardiac care. Cath Lab Educators play a key role in maintaining high standards of patient care by promoting continuous learning and supporting the professional development of the team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cath Lab Educator?

To thrive as a Cath Lab Educator, you need a strong background in cardiovascular nursing or radiology, experience in catheterization lab procedures, and a valid RN or technologist license, often with advanced certifications like RCIS or CCRN. Familiarity with cath lab equipment, electronic medical records, and training platforms is essential. Excellent communication, teaching abilities, and leadership skills help you effectively educate and mentor staff. These competencies ensure high-quality patient care, staff competency, and ongoing professional development within the cath lab environment.

What are some common challenges Cath Lab Educators face when training new staff, and how can they be addressed?

Cath Lab Educators often encounter challenges such as varying levels of prior experience among new staff, rapidly changing technology, and the need to uphold strict safety protocols. Addressing these requires a blend of structured onboarding programs, ongoing hands-on simulation training, and continuous professional development opportunities. Open communication and collaboration with other departments, such as radiology and nursing, also help ensure that educational content stays current and relevant, fostering a supportive learning environment.

What is the difference between Cath Lab Educator vs Cardiovascular Technologist?

AspectCath Lab EducatorCardiovascular Technologist
CertificationsRegistered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)RCIS, BLS, ACLS often required
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, educational settings, training programsHospitals, diagnostic labs, outpatient clinics
Primary FocusEducation, training, and protocol development for cath lab staffPerforming diagnostic and interventional procedures

The Cath Lab Educator primarily focuses on training and educating staff in cath lab procedures, while the Cardiovascular Technologist performs the procedures themselves. Both roles require similar certifications and work in hospital settings, but their core responsibilities differ—one emphasizes education, the other hands-on clinical work.

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Infographic showing various Cath Lab Educator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $133,554 per year, or $64.2 per hour.

Cath Lab Technologist

Anchorage, AK

$2.3K - $3.1K/wk

Contractor

Posted 26 days ago


Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Cath Lab Technologist for a 13-week travel assignment in Anchorage, Alaska.

This position is ideal for a cardiovascular technologist with at least 2 years of recent Cath Lab experience and strong experience across Electrophysiology, Interventional Radiology, vascular procedures, monitoring, and neuro-related procedures.

The technologist will support diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures while working closely with interventional cardiologists, electrophysiologists, nurses, radiology staff, and other members of the procedural team.

Candidates must hold either RCIS or ARRT(R) credentials, along with current BLS and ACLS certifications.

Key Responsibilities

        Assist physicians during diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures.

        Prepare procedure rooms, equipment, supplies, and sterile fields.

        Scrub and support cardiovascular procedures within scope of practice.

        Operate imaging and procedural equipment safely and effectively.

        Assist with coronary and peripheral vascular procedures.

        Support electrophysiology procedures when assigned.

        Float to Interventional Radiology or Electrophysiology based on facility needs and demonstrated competency.

        Monitor patients during procedures and communicate changes in clinical condition promptly.

        Support hemodynamic monitoring and cardiovascular procedural workflow.

        Assist with vascular access equipment, catheters, wires, and other procedural devices.

        Maintain sterile technique throughout invasive procedures.

        Participate in procedural time-outs and patient-safety checks.

        Support urgent and emergency cardiovascular procedures while on call.

        Follow radiation safety and infection-control requirements.

        Maintain accurate procedural documentation using Epic and applicable cardiovascular systems.

        Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, technologists, and other healthcare professionals.

Required Experience

Candidates must have:

        Minimum 2 years of recent Cath Lab Technologist experience

        Cardiac catheterization experience

        Electrophysiology experience

        Interventional Radiology experience

        Vascular procedural experience

        Experience with procedural patient monitoring

        Neuro-related procedural experience

        Ability to float within scope to IR and EP

        Ability to participate in required call coverage

Required Certifications

Candidates must have:

        Current BLS

        Current ACLS

        RCIS - Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist

OR

        ARRT(R) - Registered Radiologic Technologist

RCIS or ARRT certification is required for this Cath Lab assignment.

Preferred Experience

Strong candidates may also have experience with:

        Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) procedures

        Peripheral interventions

        Venous access procedures

        Cardiac rhythm interpretation

        Philips X-ray systems

        Atherectomy devices

        Thrombectomy devices

        Temporary LVAD support

        Structural or complex cardiovascular procedures

        High-volume Cath Lab environments

Preferred Systems Experience

Experience with the following is highly desirable:

        Epic

        McKesson Cath Lab systems

        Mac-Lab / CardioLab for Electrophysiology

        Philips cardiovascular imaging systems

Key Clinical & Technical Skills

Successful candidates should be comfortable with:

        Cardiac catheterization

        Coronary angiography

        Interventional cardiology

        Vascular procedures

        Electrophysiology

        Interventional Radiology

        Hemodynamic monitoring

        Cardiac rhythm interpretation

        Sterile technique

        Vascular access

        Radiation safety

        Procedural imaging

        Atherectomy

        Thrombectomy

        Emergency cardiovascular procedures

        Procedural documentation

        Interdisciplinary communication

Float Requirements

Candidates may be required to float within their clinical scope to:

        Interventional Radiology

        Electrophysiology

Strong experience in both areas is required because assignments may vary based on patient volume and facility needs.

Schedule Requirements

        Day Shift

        Four 10-hour shifts per week

        7:00 AM - 5:30 PM

        40 hours per week

        Some Saturday shifts may be scheduled as part of the regular four-shift workweek.

Call Requirements

Call participation is required and typically includes:

        Approximately one call shift per week

        Every 4th weekend on call

Candidates must be able to respond to urgent or emergency procedural needs while assigned to call.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a versatile Cath Lab Technologist who can confidently work across cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, vascular, and interventional radiology environments.

You should be comfortable with complex invasive procedures, procedural monitoring, advanced cardiovascular equipment, and call responsibilities.

This opportunity may be a strong fit for professionals currently working as a:

        Cath Lab Technologist

        Cath Lab Tech

        RCIS

        Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist

        Interventional Radiologic Technologist

        EP/Cath Lab Technologist

        Vascular Interventional Technologist

        Travel Cath Lab Tech

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants based on experience, education, certifications, licensure, technical skills, and the requirements of the position.