Interventional Radiology/Cardiology Technologist
Salisbury, NC
Catalytic Solutions
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Tech (Travel/Contract)

Location: Salisbury, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Overview

• Work in a combined Interventional Radiology (IR) / Cardiology / Vascular / Electrophysiology (EP) lab.
• Approximately 80% IR procedures, 10% other procedure types.
• Assist providers during diagnostic and interventional radiology and cardiology procedures.
• Scrub and circulate during IR/Cath Lab and cardiology procedures.
• Medication administration performed by RN only.
• Patient population: Adults and Geriatrics.
• Common patient diagnoses include pacemakers (PPM) and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD).

Schedule & Call Requirements

• 40 hours per week, 8-hour day shifts (07:30 - 16:00).
• Call schedule:

  • Weekday call: Twice a week for 2 weeks per month, 16:00 - 07:30.
  • Weekend call: One weekend per month (Friday 16:00 to Monday 07:30).
  • No call the week following a weekend call.
• Call team consists of three staff members, including one RN.
• Weekend work: Every third weekend.
• No float requirement.
• No holiday RTO allowed.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in specialty (Radiology / Cardiology).
• Must have Interventional Radiology (IR) experience (90% IR procedures).
• Skills: Scrub, circulate, telemetry.
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support)
  • ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist)

Preferred Qualifications

• Skills: Ability to perform EKG lead placement.
• Additional certifications:

  • ARRT Advanced Certification
  • RCES (Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist)
  • RCIS with medical experience

Equipment & Technology Used

• GE MAC Lab
• Philips iFR/IVUS
• Canon and GE Labs
• Angio Jet
• Pneumbra
• EKOS
• Inari
• CSI Atherectomy System
• Bovi System for Implanta Plasma Blade Cutter
• Radiofrequency Ablation Unit
• Venous Closure Unit
• Sono Site
• S2000 Ultrasound Unit
• IABP (Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump)
• Impella

Orientation & Onboarding

• Unit orientation: 40 to 80 hours.
• Techs start directly on the unit on Mondays until completion of Dimensions training.
• Scrubs provided.

Patient Care & Unit Details

• Expect urgent/emergent cardiology and interventional radiology procedures.
• STEMI callback time: 30 minutes.
• IR callback time varies by procedure type.

Prior Travel Experience

• Not required for this position.

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Background checks within 6 months (SSN trace, county residence, nationwide search, sex offender search).
• Education verification for highest degree earned.
• Drug testing within 6 months (9-panel acceptable).
• Immunizations and health documents including:

  • Negative TB or chest X-ray within 1 year (or proof of past positive TB with chest X-ray within 5 years).
  • Rubeola (Measles) titer or vaccination.
  • Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella per standard requirements.
  • Flu vaccination or approved exemption during flu season.
• Competency exams including Dysrhythmia/EKG competency (required for RNs in related specialties).
• Color blind testing within 1 year.
• Various facility-specific documents and acknowledgments (confidentiality, medication safety, hospital policies, etc.).
• Radiation badge required for Interventional Radiology Techs.

Important Notes

• RTO (Return to Office) after booking is not allowed and cannot be worked out onsite. Call-offs or additional RTO may result in cancellation.
• Interview with the manager is required before offer.
• No holiday time off allowed during contract.

This position is ideal for experienced Radiology/Cardiology techs with strong IR skills looking for a travel contract in North Carolina.