Location: Houston, TX

Start Date: 04-06-2026

End Date: 07-06-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Days, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (10-hour day). Schedule may include 8-, 10- or 12-hour day shifts; guaranteed 40 hours/week. On-call rotation 4-5 times per month including approximately one weekend per month.

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $70 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

• Assist with and support cardiovascular procedures in the Cardiac Cath Lab, EP, and IR suites
• Prepare and operate relevant cath lab equipment and ensure procedural readiness
• Monitor patient hemodynamics and collaborate with the care team to maintain safety
• Document procedures and patient data accurately in Epic to support continuity of care
• Participate in the on-call rotation and respond professionally when called in
• Maintain sterile technique and adhere to infection control standards during cases
• Support throughput across multiple labs (11 labs) to help the unit manage high daily volumes

Qualifications

• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) via CCI — required
• BLS certification — required
• Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) experience or equivalent proficiency in cath lab practice
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in cardiac cath/EP/IR settings
• Proven familiarity with Epic or other electronic medical records
• Comfortable with on-call duties (minimum ~3 days/month on-call noted) and flexible scheduling

Education

• Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) or equivalent technical training preferred
• RCIS (CCI) certification required
• BLS certification required
• BSN not required

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong working knowledge of Cardiac Cath Lab procedures, EP and IR case workflows
• Skilled with common cath lab and EP/IR equipment and instrumentation
• Ability to read and interpret hemodynamic data and monitor patient status
• Proficient charting/documentation in Epic
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and crisis-response abilities in acute care
• Competence in sterile technique, patient prep, and procedure room setup

Benefits

• Comprehensive travel assignment support to make your stay smooth and stress-free
• Generous housing assistance options and local resources to help you settle in
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement so you can focus on care, not paperwork
• Paid orientation hours to set you up for success (12 hours provided)
• A collaborative, mission-driven team that values your skills and growth
• Opportunities to work on high-acuity cases at a Level I Trauma center — great experience for your resume
• Flexible scheduling options and supportive leadership for work-life balance
• Professional development and continuing education encouragement

Travel Perks: Explore Houston, TX

Houston is a vibrant, diverse city with plenty to explore during your contract. Enjoy the Museum District (home to the Houston Museum of Natural Science and the Museum of Fine Arts), stroll or bike along Buffalo Bayou Park, catch a show in the Theater District, or root for local teams at sports venues. For a day trip, Galveston beaches and historic Strand District are a short drive away. Foodies will love the city’s world-class dining and international flavors, and the Space Center Houston is nearby for a memorable weekend adventure.

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