Interventional Radiology Technologist
Newark, NJ
Access Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology Technologist

Location: Newark, New Jersey
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Provide specialized radiologic and interventional cardiology support in a high-acuity quaternary care teaching hospital setting. Perform minimally invasive, image-guided procedures across vascular, oncologic, cardiac, and transplant cases.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Interventional Radiology Technologist license in New Jersey
• Minimum 2 years of experience as an Interventional Radiology Technologist, including experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) - Radiography (R) certification
• Experience working with Epic electronic health record system

Schedule & Work Details

• Shift: Day shift, 4 days per week, 10 hours per day (7:00 AM – 5:30 PM)
• Hours per Week: 40
• On Call: Yes, every 3rd weekend
• Holiday Work: Required to work 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 holidays as needed
• Charting System: Epic
• Floating: Must float within skillset without exception
• Scrubs: Provided by hospital (green/teal)
• Travelers: First-time travelers accepted; locals accepted at same rate

Patient Population

Infants, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Background Checks: Criminal background check within 30 days of start, including alias and multi-level searches
• Drug Screen: Negative 10-panel urine drug screen within 30 days of start
• Health Screenings:

  • Physical exam within 12 months clearing candidate for essential job functions and communicable disease free
  • TB testing (blood or skin) within 3 months of start; additional clearance if history of positive TB
  • Immunizations or immunity proof for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
  • Annual influenza vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required
  • Respiratory medical clearance and on-site fit testing mandatory prior to start and annually thereafter
  • Color vision testing if job tasks require color discrimination
  • Latex allergy screening questionnaire if applicable
• Competency Exams:

  • Medication/Pharmacology competency exam within 72 hours of signing, valid within 12 months
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam as applicable
  • IV Therapy/Infusion exam required for all RNs (not applicable for OR specialties)
• Pass/Fail Testing: Pharmacology and EKG exams required with remediation and failure policies in place
• References: Two references within last 2 years, including at least one managerial reference
• Work History: Employment application or resume with 7 years of work history; New Jersey candidates require verification of at least 1 year prior to start

Additional Requirements

• Must complete annual education sign-offs and facility-specific orientation materials prior to start
• Must comply with facility floating policy for all assignments
• Must provide government-issued photo ID and driver’s license within 48 hours of signing contract
• Must complete all required certifications and renewals as applicable during assignment
• Must adhere to call-off policy: facility allows 1 call-off shift per 2 weeks

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not required
• Facility supports and prioritizes candidates who provide Return to Office (RTO) and schedule requests screenshots early
• Candidates must be prepared to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment with high-acuity patients
• This role involves working with Rapid Response and Code teams

This position offers an opportunity to work in a leading hospital with comprehensive interventional radiology services, serving a diverse patient population across multiple specialties.