Interventional Radiology Technologist
Lafayette, IN
PRIDE Health
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology Tech (IR Tech)

Location: Lafayette, Indiana
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Interventional Radiology Tech)
• Shift: 4x10 hour shifts, 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
• Call Requirements: 10 shifts per month including weekend call
• Weekend Requirements: Every 3rd or 4th weekend on call
• Holiday Requirements: Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Guaranteed Hours:

  • 8 and 10 hour shifts: 40 hours/week
  • 3 twelve-hour shifts: 36 hours/week
  • 4 twelve-hour shifts: 48 hours/week
• First Timers Accepted: Yes
• Locals Accepted: Yes
• Pending State License: Accepted if application is submitted

Required Certifications & Licenses

• Current Indiana State Department of Health Radiology Technologist license
• ARRT (R) certification required
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required (AHA or RQI accepted)
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, Chemotherapy, TNCC, NIH Stroke, and other certifications may be required depending on unit (verify per assignment)
• National tech certification verification required within 30 days of start
• HIPAA Acknowledgement required

Experience Requirements

• Years of Specialty Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 2 years typical for IR Tech roles
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required (first timers accepted)

Job Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic radiographic procedures for radiological diagnosis
• Work with patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric populations
• Follow physician instructions and prepare/operate imaging equipment
• Position patients correctly to obtain requested diagnostic images
• Treat patients with care and respect
• May be required to scrub into procedures as needed
• May need to obtain advanced credentials in interventional radiology if applicable
• Knowledge of sterile technique and supplies used during special exams required
• Ability to maneuver equipment and improvise patient positioning as needed

Facility & Work Environment

• Type of Facility: Short-Term Acute Care
• Charting System: Cerner
• Parking: Free

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License or Passport (clear copy)
• Background checks including 7 years of history, education verification, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG checks
• Education verification and official transcripts/diplomas required (may be pending at start)
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask test within 12 months (specific respirators approved)
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • TB test within 1 year
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) - positive titer or 2 vaccines required, no declinations accepted
  • Varicella - positive titer or 2 vaccines required, no declinations accepted
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or signed declination required
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap preferred but not required
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination/documentation required (no declinations accepted)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months
• Competency exams and color blindness testing required
• Minimum of 2 professional references from recent employment (within 2 years)

Additional Notes

• Open to discussing block scheduling accommodations
• IU Health has restrictions on Indiana RN travelers effective 11/30/24; Allied travelers including IR Techs are exempt
• Pending license candidates must have applied prior to start
• Must complete facility-specific compliance and orientation documents prior to start

This position is ideal for IR Techs looking for a travel contract in Indiana with a reputable acute care facility, offering a structured schedule with call and weekend requirements, and accepting first-time travelers.