Travel Interventional Radiology Technologist
Joliet, IL
First Connect Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Contract Job Description: Cardiac Cath Lab (CCL) / Interventional Radiology (IR) Technologist
 

Order ID: PHS-3559 
Location: Joliet, Illinois  
Department: SJJIL CARDIOLOGY (75900) 
Job Type: Long Term Assignment (LTA) 
Skill: Radiology Technician

Assignment Overview:

We are seeking a Licensed Radiology Technologist with experience in both the Cardiac Cath Lab and Interventional Radiology to join our team for a 13-week contract. This role requires technical proficiency in scrubbing and monitoring complex procedures, as well as commitment to a mandatory rotating call schedule.

• Start Date: Jan 12th, 2026
• Duration: 13 Weeks
• Open Positions: 1

Schedule and Compensation

• Shift Pattern: 5 x 8-hour shifts (Days)
• Shift Times: Primarily 07:00 AM – 03:30 PM, though flexibility between 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM and 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM is expected.
• Weekly Hours: 40 hours per week
• Regular Bill Rate: $120.00 per hour

Mandatory On-Call Requirements

• On-Call: Required and Rotating
• Frequency: 2 days per week and 1 full weekend per month.

Core Responsibilities:

Under the general direction of the physician (Cardiologist/Radiologist), the Technologist will be responsible for providing technical support for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures performed in the cardiovascular and interventional lab.

• Procedural Support: Assist the physician by either scrubbing procedures or monitoring physiologic and hemodynamic data as related to the procedures (Interventional and Cath Lab Radiology).
• Room Management: Ensure the procedure room is adequately prepared with all necessary equipment, instruments, and supplies before the start of cases.
• Inventory Control: Monitor par levels of all instruments and supplies to ensure efficient operation.
• Training & Quality: Participate in departmental staff meetings, performance improvement activities, and the training of new staff members.
• Comprehensive Assistance: Assist in all aspects of invasive and noninvasive cardiac procedures.

Required Qualifications & Certifications:

• Experience Required: Minimum one (1) year of experience as a Licensed Radiology Technologist with Cath Lab and/or Interventional Radiology experience.
• Licensure: ARRT-R (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Radiography) and licensed as required by the State of Illinois.
• Advanced Certification Note: An advanced cardiac/vascular interventional certification (e.g., ARRT-VI) is not required for submission, but relevant experience is necessary.
• Required Certifications (MANDATORY):
  • BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support - AHA) required upon hire and must maintain current status.
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required within 30 days of hire.
• Skills: Proficient computer skills for monitoring and documentation.
• Preferred Experience: Previous experience in an Interventional Radiology department is preferred.