Interventional Radiology Technologist
Lafayette, IN
Access Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology Tech

Location:
Indiana, Lafayette

Employment Type:
Travel / Contract

Contract Length:
13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Interventional Radiology Tech)
• Shift: 4x10 hour shifts, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Call Requirements: 10 shifts per month including weekend call
• Weekend Requirements: Every 3rd or 4th weekend on call
• Holiday Requirements: Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Guaranteed Hours:

  • 8 and 10 hour shifts: 40 hours/week
  • 3 twelve-hour shifts: 36 hours/week
  • 4 twelve-hour shifts: 48 hours/week
• First Timers Accepted: Yes
• Locals Accepted: Yes
• Block Schedule: To be discussed

Job Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic radiographic procedures for radiological diagnosis.
• Work with patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric populations.
• Follow physician instructions, prepare and operate equipment, and position patients correctly to obtain requested diagnostic images.
• Treat patients with care and respect.
• May be required to scrub into procedures as needed.
• May need to obtain advanced credentials in interventional radiology if applicable.
• Must have knowledge of sterile technique and supplies used during special exams.
• Ability to maneuver equipment and improvise patient positioning when routine positioning is not possible.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Interventional Radiology Technologist license in Indiana
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as an Interventional Radiology Technologist, with experience within the last year
• BLS certification
• ARRT (R) certification
• Ability to maneuver equipment and improvise patient positioning when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning

Experience

• No explicit years of experience stated; first-time travelers accepted.
• No prior travel experience required.

Certifications & Compliance

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or equivalent (RQI acceptable)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or equivalent (as applicable)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA or equivalent (as applicable)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - AHA only (as applicable)
• Other certifications may be required based on unit assignment.

Background & Health Requirements

• Background check within 90 days of start, including 7-year work/living history and various national/statewide checks.
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months of start.
• Physical exam within 12 months of start.
• Fit mask test within 12 months of start (specific approved respirators required).
• Immunizations and titers required or strongly recommended:

  • TB test within 1 year of start
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required (no declinations accepted)
  • Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required (no declinations accepted)
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or signed declination required
  • Flu vaccination/documentation required during flu season (no declinations accepted)
• Annual TB questionnaire required.

Additional Requirements

• Minimum of 2 professional references from recent employment within 2 years.
• Current employment application with full work history and explanations for gaps over 30 days.
• Skills checklist completed within 12 months and annually thereafter.
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology competency as required.
• Completion of facility-specific compliance and confidentiality agreements prior to start.

Notes

• This position requires working on-call shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Pending state license applications are accepted if submitted before start date.
• Locals are accepted for this travel/contract role.
• Must be able to work 2 out of 3 major holidays.
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Interventional Radiology Tech travel contract opportunity in Indiana.