Interventional Radiology Technologist
Tacoma, WA
American Traveler
4x10 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an Interventional Radiology Technologist - Special Procedures with at least 1 year of experience to work independently in a pediatric IR unit, requiring ARRT-R and WA state licensure.

Details

• Level II pediatric trauma center with 152 total beds, including 70 NICU beds, in a newly built facility
• Interventional Radiology unit serving patients ages 0-18 with all types and diagnoses
• Cross-trained to general X-ray to help cover duties if IR census is low
• 10-hour day shifts, 7 on/7 off schedule, Thursday-Wednesday 0700-1730
• 35 hours per week
• Weekend rotation every other week as part of the 7 on/7 off schedule
• No on-call requirements
• Sole IR/Procedural Tech on duty, requiring independent work
• May float to assist with procedures in CT but will not operate the scanner
• May assist with procedures in the fluoro room as needed
• Uses Siemens ArtisZee multipurpose room
• EPIC EMR, Change Healthcare PACS, and Pyxis medication dispensing system
• Any color scrubs permitted
• Free garage and street parking available, with light rail as an alternative option

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience required, pediatric experience preferred
• ARRT-R certification required (lighter procedures only)
• BLS certification required
• WA state license required if applicable
• Skills required in G/GJ tubes, biopsies, ultrasound guided procedures, myelogram, joint injections, abscess drain, and drain placement
• Must be comfortable working independently as the sole IR/Procedural Tech
• No experience needed in neuro angio, body angio, or biplane procedures
• Strong communication skills across a variety of medical staff levels, from RN to MD
• Self-starter with strong multitasking abilities
• Kindness and patience required when working with pediatric patients and their families
• Ability to produce high quality diagnostic images

Additional Information

• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Facility is a newly constructed pediatric trauma center completed in 2026
• Responsibilities include performing G/GJ tube placements, biopsies, ultrasound guided procedures, myelograms, joint injections, abscess drains, and drain placements
• Collaborates and communicates with a variety of medical staff including RNs and physicians