Interventional Radiology Technologist
Santa Monica, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology

Location: Santa Monica, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Start Date: ASAP

Job Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Shift Requirements:

  • Weekend availability is REQUIRED
  • On-call coverage includes:

    • One weekday shift per week from 4:00 PM to 7:00 AM
    • One three-day weekend per month (Friday 4:00 PM to 7:00 AM, Saturday and Sunday 7:00 AM to 7:00 AM)
• Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital, Magnet Facility
• Total Staffed Beds: 377
• Charting System: Epic
• Scrub Color: Any color (L/D & OR scrubs provided)
• Parking: Free

Required Qualifications

• Valid Interventional Radiology Technologist license in California
• Minimum 2 years of experience as an Interventional Radiology Technologist
• Interventional Radiology Technologist experience within the last year
• Weekend and on-call availability as described above

Certifications (as applicable)

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification (if required)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification (if required)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) (if applicable)
• Other certifications may be required based on clinical track and specialty

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background Check within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
• Drug Screening: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Physical Exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO
• Immunizations and Health Documents:

  • TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months
  • TDAP vaccine within 10 years (declination accepted)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or signed declination
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Flu vaccine during flu season or declination
  • COVID vaccine or declination
• Respirator Fit Testing (for travel candidates starting on or after 2/5/2024)
• References: Minimum 2 references covering 1 year of employment within last 3 years in comparable specialty/setting
• Employment Application covering at least last 5 years of employment

Additional Notes

• Must comply with facility-specific float policies (may be required to float to other nearby facilities)
• Required to complete mandatory WorkRamp training modules prior to start and annually thereafter
• Epic training modules required for clinical staff
• Color blindness testing may be required on a unit-by-unit basis
• Radiation badges issued by facility if applicable
• Skills checklists required annually for applicable units
• Candidates must meet all state-specific requirements for California

Summary

This is a travel contract opportunity for an Interventional Radiology professional with at least 2 years of experience, requiring weekend and on-call availability. The position is based in an acute care hospital setting in Santa Monica, CA, with a 13-week contract length. Candidates must hold appropriate certifications and licenses, complete required health screenings and background checks, and fulfill mandatory training and compliance requirements. First-time travelers and local candidates are welcome to apply.