Interventional Radiology Technologist
Atlanta, GA
Access Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology (Travel/Contract)

Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 16 weeks

Schedule & Work Details

• Monday to Friday with variable day off
• Weekend: Call only requirement
• Call: 1 day call per week, 1 weekend every 6 weeks
• Floating: Within facility/scope of practice as needed; will float to Cath and EP with required procedures
• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of specialty experience required
• Unit accepts first-time travelers (no prior travel experience required)

Holidays

• If 1 major holiday falls during assignment, traveler expected to work it
• If 2 major holidays fall during assignment, traveler expected to work both
• If 3 major holidays fall during assignment, traveler expected to work two of them
• Major holidays include: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year's Eve/Day

Compliance & Orientation

• Full compliance required to start on time; delays in compliance push start date by 2 weeks due to bi-weekly orientation schedule
• Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment)

Required Certifications & Licenses

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): Required for RNs/RRTs/CRTs in related specialties
• BLS (Basic Life Support): Required except for Microbiology Techs and Med Techs
• Other certifications (if applicable): PALS, NRP, EFM, NIH Stroke Certification (refer to unit description)
• State License: Must be licensed by the State of Georgia (for CRTs & RRTs)
• Tech Cert Verification: Allied annual license verification within 30 days prior to start
• NURSYS Verification: Annual verification within 30 days prior to start for RN, LPN/LVN, AP

Required Background & Health Documents

• Background check required within 30 days of start, including education verification
• Physical exam within 12 months of start (not required by client but required by agency)
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months of start; additional TB testing required for privileging specialties
• Drug testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start; candidates cannot start with results pending
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or documentation of immunity:

  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella (2 MMR vaccines or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B series, surface antibody titer, or signed declination (declination form required if titer negative)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Flu vaccine or declination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Mar 31)

Competency Exams & Testing

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (required for RNs and LVNs by agency)
• Color Blind Testing (required for all candidates)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (required for Tele, MS/Tele, IMCU, ER, Cardiac Tele/Step-down, ICU, PCU)
• Competency Exam (required for Nursing and Allied by agency)

Additional Requirements

• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific documents such as Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance Policy
• References: 2 clinical references required by agency (not required by client)
• Skills checklist within 12 months, updated annually
• Work history verification of most recent employer required (can be pending at start with proof it is in process)

Notes

• Locals accepted at same rate
• Clinical screening will be conducted to determine clinical fit before final decision
• Privileging specialties (e.g., CVOR Certified Surgical First Assistant, RNFA) have additional compliance and documentation requirements not applicable to this role unless specified

This position offers a structured travel contract opportunity in Interventional Radiology/Cardiology with a reputable healthcare system in Atlanta, GA, suitable for candidates with at least 1 year of specialty experience and no prior travel experience required.