Interventional Radiology Technologist
Hamilton, NJ
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Hamilton, New Jersey
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: Monday to Friday, 5 days per week
• Shift Times: Staggered shifts between 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8a-4:30p & 8:30a-5p)
• On-Call: 1x per week (Monday or Thursday) and 1 weekend per month (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
• Charting System: Epic required
• Facility Type: Teaching hospital / Community hospital experience preferred
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years in specialty (Radiology / Cardiology)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required; 1st timers and local candidates are welcome

Licenses & Certifications Required

• State License: Valid New Jersey license required
• ARRT-R (Radiologic Technologist): Required
• ARRT-VI (Vascular Interventional): Preferred
• BLS (Basic Life Support): Required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): Required for Interventional Radiology RN
• Additional Certifications:

  • May require others depending on unit (e.g., PALS, NRP) – confirm with program coordinator if applicable

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Background Checks:

  • Criminal background check within 30 days of start
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and state-specific exclusions list (New Jersey Department of Treasury)
  • Must include all aliases and locations worked/lived in past 7 years
  • Pending background checks require attestation at start
• Drug Screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam within 12 months, cleared to perform essential job functions, free of communicable disease
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray per facility requirements
  • Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually
  • Hepatitis B immunity or vaccination compliance
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) immunity or vaccination proof
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination proof
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccination within past 10 years
  • Fit test and respiratory clearance as applicable
  • Latex allergy questionnaire if applicable
  • Color blindness test if job tasks require color discrimination
• Competency Exams:

  • Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required within 72 hours of signing
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required for relevant units
  • Pass/fail testing for EKG and medication knowledge with remediation policy
• References: Two references within last 2 years, including at least one managerial reference
• Employment History: 7 years of work history required, with verification for New Jersey candidates (minimum 1 year prior verified)
• Skills Checklist: Must be completed and updated annually

Additional Notes

• Candidates must submit all required documents promptly to clear credentialing.
• Candidates with name changes must provide proof and ensure all names are included in background checks.
• Candidates switching between RWJ sites with less than 30-day gaps may have some documentation accepted from previous assignments.
• Orientation and annual education sign-offs are required prior to start and annually thereafter.
• Some certifications and training (e.g., Management of Assaultive Behavior for ER/Behavioral Health RNs) may be required depending on assignment.
• Facility-specific policies such as floating and safety manual acknowledgments must be completed.

This position offers a structured weekday schedule with on-call responsibilities and requires a minimum of 2 years of specialty experience in Radiology/Cardiology. Candidates should be prepared to meet comprehensive credentialing, health, and competency requirements to ensure compliance with facility and state regulations.