Location: Portland, OR

Start Date: 05-04-2026

End Date: 08-03-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: 4x10 Day schedule, 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM (4 days/week, specific days vary); One weeknight on-call per week, 6:00 PM - 7:30 AM; Approximately every 5th weekend coverage: Friday 6:00 PM - Monday 7:30 AM. Shift type: day with night/on-call and occasional weekend night coverage (rotating/day_night).

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $77 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Set up procedural equipment and ensure sterile technique to keep procedures safe and efficient
• Scrub and circulate during diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures
• Assist with Percutaneous Coronary Interventions (PCI), IABP and Impella setup/management
• Perform EKG lead placement and continuous hemodynamic monitoring to support timely clinical decisions
• Prep access sites and manage vascular closure systems such as Perclose and StarClose
• Recognize and respond to dysrhythmias and life-threatening arrhythmias during procedures
• Operate fluoroscopy and support imaging modalities (IVUS, OCT) as required for interventions
• Document procedures accurately in Epic and communicate clearly with interdisciplinary teams

Qualifications

• Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) or equivalent clinical cath lab experience (CVT preferred)
• Minimum 1 year of recent Cath Lab experience and at least 1 year of prior travel assignment experience (no first-time travelers)
• Required/Preferred certifications: BLS and ACLS (preferred), ARRT(R), CCI or RCIS as applicable
• Proven experience with cardiac cath lab procedures including left/right heart cath, PCI, hemodynamic monitoring, and vascular closure systems
• Comfortable charting in Epic and working in a fast-paced acute care setting
• Ability to work on-call nights and occasional extended weekend coverage

Education

• CVT (Cardiovascular Technologist) certification preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Cardiac catheterization and interventional cardiology procedures (PCI, PTCA)
• Left and right heart catheterization, hemodynamic monitoring, and EKG lead placement
• Recognition and management of dysrhythmias and life-threatening arrhythmias
• Experience with IABP, Impella, PA line insertion and vascular closure devices
• Fluoroscopy operation and familiarity with imaging tools (IVUS, OCT, Philips systems)
• Sterile technique, scrub procedures, and room circulator responsibilities
• Epic charting proficiency and strong interdisciplinary communication skills
• Familiarity with EP lab, IR procedures, and special procedures commonly performed in a short-term acute care hospital

Benefits

• Generous travel support and concierge-style placement help to make your move smooth and easy
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings options to plan for your future
• Life insurance and protection plans for peace of mind
• Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
• Travel reimbursement and housing assistance for contract travelers
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to simplify state requirements
• Referral bonus program and a supportive team that truly values YOU

Travel Perks: Explore Portland, OR

Portland is a vibrant home base for outdoor lovers and food explorers. Hike or picnic in Washington Park and the Japanese Garden, stroll the shops and literary wonderland at Powell's City of Books, explore the food cart scene and craft breweries, or take scenic drives to the Columbia River Gorge and Multnomah Falls. Ski or unwind on Mt. Hood in season, sample Willamette Valley wines on a weekend, or bike and stroll the city’s many greenways. Plenty to do on your off days between shifts.

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