Cardiac Cath & Interventional Radiology Technologist
El Paso, Texas
University Medical Center of El Paso

Job Opportunity: Cardiac Cath Lab / Interventional Radiology Technologist

Location: El Paso, Texas
Facility: University Medical Center of El Paso
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Schedule

• Monday – Friday, 8-hour shifts
• Start time between 6-8 AM (dependent on scheduled cases)
• Latest time out by 5-6 PM on non-call days
• On-call schedule: 7 days on, 7 days off (24/7 availability required)

Job Description

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic interventions in the cardiac catheterization lab and interventional radiology.
• Support a diverse patient population across all age groups.
• Report to the Cath Lab supervisor and work under guidance of catheterization laboratory technologist.
• Circulating experience required.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 1 year in Cardiac Catheterization, Interventional Radiology, or Neuro Intervention.
• Certifications:

  • Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT), Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), or Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) required.
  • ARRT certification preferred.
  • CPR certification required.
• Education: Associate degree in applied science from an accredited radiology or cardiovascular technology school.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• First-time travelers accepted.
• Pending state license accepted.

Required Certifications & Compliance

• ACLS (AHA only)
• BLS (AHA only)
• PALS (AHA only)
• NRP (AHA only)
• State License Primary Source Verification
• NIH Stroke Certification (for RNs)
• Background Check (7 years, including education verification)
• Drug Testing (negative 10-panel within 30 days of start)
• Immunizations and Titers:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 3 months
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or vaccination/declination)
  • Hepatitis B (positive antibody titer or vaccination/declination)
  • Varicella (positive titer or vaccination/declination)
  • Seasonal Flu Vaccine (required during flu season)
  • COVID-19 Vaccine or approved exemption

Additional Requirements

• Valid photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
• Facility-specific onboarding modules and documentation completion
• Physical exam within 12 months of start date
• Completion of facility-specific safety, confidentiality, and security training and acknowledgements

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity cardiac cath and interventional radiology environment with a reputable medical center in El Paso, TX. Ideal candidates will have strong technical skills, relevant certifications, and the ability to work a demanding on-call schedule.