Interventional Radiology Technologist
Galloway, NJ
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Travel/Contract Position

Location: Pomona, New Jersey
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Shift: Monday to Friday, 07:00-17:00 or 07:30-17:30
• Average Daily Cases: 7-15
• Call Requirement: 5 weekday nights and 1 full weekend every 6 weeks (7 shifts in a 6-week schedule)
• Experience Required: Interventional Radiology (IR), Scrub, and Special Procedures
• Work Locations: May float between Mainland and Atlantic City campuses as needed
• Certifications/Licenses:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • New Jersey License (can be obtained prior to start)
  • ARRT VI preferred
• Additional Experience Desired: Hybrid OR experience
• Uniform and Parking: Uniform provided upon arrival; parking available at each facility
• First-time travelers accepted

Required Certifications and Competencies

• Certifications:

  • ACLS (AHA certified)
  • BLS (AHA certified)
  • PALS or NRP (for RRTs)
  • ARRT certification and NJ Rad Tech license required for Radiology Techs
  • NIH Stroke Certification (for RNs in specific units)
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) for ER RNs
  • CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) for Behavioral Health and ER RNs, LPN/LVNs as applicable
• Competency Exams:

  • Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (all nurses except OR and Case Managers)
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (ED/ER, Tele, Adult critical care)
  • Core Mandatories/Inservice Training (Core Part I, II, III) with passing score of 80%+ (Core 3 not required for Radiology Tech)
  • Pass/Fail “In House Skills Assessment” during orientation (contract may be cancelled if failed)

Required Documentation and Background Checks

• Work Eligibility: I9 or attestation confirming eligibility to work in the US
• Photo ID: Government-issued photo ID required
• E-Verify: Confirmation of work eligibility required
• Background Check:

  • 7-year search within 30 days of start
  • Includes SS trace, aliases, national/statewide/county checks, FACIS Level 3, National Sex Offender
  • Education verification required
  • International search if lived outside the US in last 7 years
  • Annual background check required by agency (not necessarily by facility)
• Fingerprinting: Required only for Behavioral Health units, must be completed prior to orientation
• State-Specific Checks: NJ Department of Treasury Exclusions List within 30 days of start

Health and Safety Requirements

• Physical Exam: Medical clearance within 1 year of start
• Fit Mask Test: Within 1 year and updated annually (not required for Lab Techs or Sterile Processing Techs)
• Vaccinations and Titers:

  • Tdap within 10 years
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Annual TB questionnaire
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella: Vaccines or positive titer required; if non-immune, vaccine series must be started prior to start date
  • Seasonal Flu Vaccination (required for all travelers during flu season; exemptions require facility approval)
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start

Additional Requirements

• References: Two current references from supervisors or educators within the past 2 years
• Employment History: Documented work history covering 2 years related to the position
• Skills Checklist: Completed within the last 12 months, appropriate to assigned unit
• Performance Evaluation: Agency-specific evaluation completed within last 12 months
• Orientation and Facility Documents: Completion and acknowledgment of facility-specific job descriptions, HIPAA, safety manuals, dress code, hand hygiene, confidentiality agreements, and orientation materials

This position offers a structured schedule with a clear call rotation, requires specialized interventional radiology skills, and mandates comprehensive credentialing and compliance with health and safety standards. It is suitable for both experienced and first-time travel healthcare professionals.