Interventional Radiology Technologist
Urbana, IL
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Rad Tech 2 - HVI Proc IR

Location: Urbana, Illinois
Specialty: Radiologic Technologist (Interventional Radiology/Cardiology)

Job Summary

The Registered Radiologic Technologist provides patient care specifically within the Heart & Vascular Institute. The role involves assisting physicians during invasive cardiology and radiology procedures, administering contrast materials, and ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer contrast material via existing IV line or venipuncture, monitor for allergic reactions
• Assist physicians during invasive procedures under direct supervision
• Maintain sterile field and handle procedural supplies
• Verify patient identity, diagnosis, and treatment position
• Document procedures accurately and completely
• Provide patient care including comfort, support, safety, and confidentiality
• Perform on-call duties and variable shifts as needed
• Assist with inventory and instruction of new staff
• Department-specific tasks include:

  • Peripheral vascular work, venous central lines, tube changes
  • Embolization (venous and arterial), venous thrombectomy
  • Dialysis-related procedures (AV fistulas, tunneled dialysis catheters, peritoneal dialysis catheters)
  • Neuro procedures (cerebral arterial/venous, kyphoplasty) preferred

Required Skills & Experience

• Ability to learn and retain patient care and procedural information
• Effective communication and ability to follow detailed instructions
• Compassionate and caring approach to patient interaction
• Manual dexterity for handling small supplies
• Experience in a procedural radiologic technology setting preferred
• Ability to maintain sterile field during procedures

Education & Certifications

• Required:

  • Associate's Degree in a related field OR Certificate in Radiologic Technology
  • BLS (American Heart Association)
  • ACLS (American Heart Association)
  • IEMA Radiography License (Illinois)
  • Radiography (R) (ARRT) certification

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Prior Travel Experience

• Not specified / not required

Years of Experience Required

• Not explicitly stated; preferred experience in procedural radiologic technology and interventional neurology is noted. Use discretion based on your background.

This position is ideal for a Radiologic Technologist with procedural experience seeking a role in interventional cardiology and radiology within a hospital setting.