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Hospital | Cath Lab Tech

GHR HealthcarePikeville, KYTravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Pikeville, KY
Job type
Travel
Profession
Radiologic Technologist
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Oct 7, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$46.15
Weekly
$2,215
Yearly (full-time)
$115,180
Contract length
13 weeks
Start date
August 17, 2026

This job pays about $46.15/hour — 38% above the median for Radiologic Technologist jobs in Kentucky ($33.50/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 48 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

Radiologic Technologist jobs in Kentucky right now

  • 48 open Radiologic Technologist jobs in Kentucky from 5 agencies, 2 of them in Pikeville.
  • Pay in these listings: $20.11 – $96.34/hour, median $69.58/hour.
  • Typical Radiologic Technologist pay in Kentucky: $33.50/hour ($69,680/year, BLS).
  • Highest median pay: Atlas MedStaff ($75.53/hour across 15 jobs).

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Job description

Travel Cath Lab Technologist (Cardiac Cath Lab Tech) – 13-Week Contract in Pikeville, Kentucky

Explore a travel Cath Lab Technologist job in Pikeville, Kentucky, supporting cardiac catheterization procedures and interventional cardiology care. Join a dynamic hospital team where you will monitor critical EKG information, assist with diagnostic and interventional procedures, and help deliver safe, efficient patient care. Pikeville offers a welcoming Appalachian setting with scenic mountain views, outdoor recreation, and a close-knit community atmosphere.

Travel Healthcare Job Details

  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,140–$2,290
  • Location: Pikeville, Kentucky
  • Healthcare Setting: Hospital Cath Lab
  • Start Date: August 17, 2026
  • Contract Length: 13 weeks, ending November 14, 2026
  • Shift: 12-hour day shifts, approximately 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
  • Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours per week; four 12-hour shifts
  • Call Requirements: Approximately 7–8 call days per six-week period
  • Weekend and Holiday Requirements: One to two weekends every six weeks and holidays as needed
  • Charting System: Epic
  • Facility Size: 340-bed hospital

Cath Lab Technologist Job Requirements

  • At least 2 years of Cath Lab Technologist, cardiac catheterization, or cardiovascular procedural experience
  • Associate degree or accredited certificate in Radiologic Technology or a related field
  • ARRT certification
  • Current Kentucky radiologic technologist license
  • EKG certification
  • Current BLS and ACLS certifications through the American Heart Association
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative, service-focused approach
  • Ability to remain resilient, manage change effectively, and perform successfully in a fast-paced procedural environment
  • Willingness to participate in required call, weekend, and holiday rotations

Cath Lab Technologist Responsibilities

  • Assist with the insertion of catheters into the heart during diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures
  • Prepare, administer, and monitor special fluids as directed during procedures
  • Verify that EKG monitors and other cardiac catheterization equipment are functioning properly before cases begin
  • Monitor EKG readouts throughout procedures and promptly communicate abnormal findings to the physician
  • Prepare the Cath Lab, equipment, and supplies for scheduled procedures
  • Support physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team while maintaining a safe, organized procedural environment
  • Document patient care and procedural information accurately in Epic
  • Provide dependable coverage during scheduled shifts, call assignments, weekends, and holidays as required

Apply now for this travel Cath Lab Technologist opportunity in Pikeville, Kentucky, and bring your cardiac procedural expertise to a collaborative hospital team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

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