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 in interventional radiology and cardiology
• Maintain sterile field and assist with inventory and supplies
• Verify patient identity, diagnosis, and treatment position
• Document procedures accurately and communicate effectively with the care team
• Perform on-call duties and variable shifts as needed
• 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)
  • Tube access and changes (G-tube, chole, nephrostomy, biliary, abscess, suprapubic catheter)
  • Neuro procedures (cerebral arterial/venous, kyphoplasty) preferred

Required Skills & Experience

• Ability to learn and retain patient care procedures
• Effective communication and attention to detail
• Compassionate patient care
• Manual dexterity for handling small supplies
• Experience in a procedural radiologic technology setting preferred
• Ability to maintain sterile field during procedures
• Experience with interventional neurology preferred

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; implied preference for experienced Radiologic Technologists in procedural settings (assume minimum 2 years)