Interventional Radiology Technologist
Columbus, GA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology Technologist (Travel/Contract)

Location: Columbus, Georgia
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Position Overview

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Interventional Radiology Tech)
• Patient Population: Pediatrics through Geriatrics
• Shift: Day shift, 5 days per week, 8 hours per day (7:30 AM – 4:00 PM)
• Work Setting: 4 procedure rooms, average daily census of 25 cases
• Unit Systems: Epic (required), Pyxis, SBAR
• Scrub color provided by facility
• Floating: May be required within the facility and scope of practice
• Call: Responsible for 1 in 4 call rotation; weekends are call only
• Holidays: Expected to work major holidays if they fall during assignment (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year’s Eve/Day)
• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Interventional Radiology Technologist, with experience within the last year
• One year or more of total travel experience
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • ARRT (Registered Radiologic Technologist) – Radiography
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Valid Driver’s License or State ID (photo ID required)
• Background Check: Must be completed within 30 days prior to start, including county, national, sex offender, criminal, and education verifications
• Education Verification: Degree verification required; official transcripts or verified tech certification acceptable if degree verification is pending
• Physical Exam: Required within 12 months prior to start
• Immunizations and Health Requirements:

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months (with specific protocols if previously positive)
  • TB Questionnaire (updated annually)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella): 2 vaccines or positive titer with booster protocols if needed
  • Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer with booster protocols if needed
  • Hepatitis B: Surface antibody titer or signed declination
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap: Highly recommended but not required
  • Seasonal Flu Vaccination or Declination (required during flu season)
• Drug Screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days prior to start; instant drug screen acceptable
• References: Two clinical references required
• Skills Checklist: Must be current within 12 months
• Work History Verification: Verification of most recent employer required; can be pending at start with proof of processing

Competency Requirements

• Medication/Pharmacology Competency Exam (required for RNs and LVNs only)
• Color Blind Testing (required for all candidates; alternative assessment available for blood collection tasks)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (required for Telemetry and related specialties; not applicable here but noted for awareness)
• Competency Exam: Required for allied health professionals by the staffing agency

Additional Notes

• Orientation hours are non-billable and vary based on contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment)
• Locals accepted at the same rate
• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific policies including Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance Policy prior to start

This position is ideal for experienced Interventional Radiology Technologists seeking a travel contract assignment with a diverse patient population and a structured clinical environment.