Interventional Radiology Technologist
Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology (Travel/Contract)

Location: Lexington, Kentucky

Job Summary

• Assist physicians with interventional neuro, vascular, CT/US guided procedures.
• Preferred experience with EPIC, Siemens single and Bi-plane equipment, and McKesson PACS.
• Must be proficient in scrubbing as first assist to physician, circulating, filming, and charging exams in EPIC.
• Schedule: 4-10 hour shifts, 1 to 2 call shifts per week, 1 weekend every 6 weeks. Typically Monday-Friday with a rotating day off following a call shift.
• Local travelers within 75 miles are not accepted.

Contract Length

• 14 weeks

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Interventional Radiology Technologist license in Kentucky
• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Interventional Radiology Technologist, with experience within the last year
• Experience as a Vascular Interventional Technician
• Current BLS certification
• Proficiency in scrubbing as first assist to physician
• Proficiency in circulating

Required Licenses & Certifications

• ARRT(R) (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Radiography)
• RTR or RTRVI (Radiologic Technologist in Radiology or Vascular Interventional Radiology)
• Kentucky Radiation Operator's License (must be obtained before start date)

Additional Required Certifications (may be specialty/unit dependent)

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only, RQI accepted
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) or ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - required for Labor & Delivery
• CHEMO (Chemotherapy certification) if applicable
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) Blue Card
• NIH Stroke Certification (if applicable)
• Certified First Assistant (for First Assist RNs)

Required Background Checks & Verifications

• Criminal background check (county, national, sex offender, FACIS III) within 1 year and updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM check within 30 days of start and annually
• HHS/OIG exclusion check within 30 days of start and annually
• Education verification or signed official transcript/diploma
• Employment verification for 7 years
• References: Two references verified within 6 months of start, preferably manager or supervisor who directly supervised candidate
• Skills checklists updated annually
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) for applicable units (including IR) with only two attempts allowed
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam within 1 year of start
• Color Blind Testing within 1 year of start
• Unit-specific competency exams within 1 year of start and annually
• RN Math Ability Competency Exam annually

Required Health Documents

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, or PA, stating good health and no physical limitations
• Fit mask test within 1 year, updated annually (specific acceptable masks listed)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year, renewed annually
• TB questionnaire annually for positive TB history
• Immunity or vaccination for Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (with boosters or exemptions accepted)
• Hepatitis B immunity or declination, renewed annually
• Drug testing within 1 year of start, updated annually (specific drug panels required)
• Seasonal flu vaccination/documentation required year-round with medical/religious exemptions accepted
• COVID initial vaccine series or medical/religious exemption required; booster preferred but not required

Notes

• Candidates must renew all documents set to expire during upcoming assignments prior to clearance.
• Pass/Fail EKG exam is mandatory for IR and other specified units; failure after two attempts results in cancellation.
• Local candidates within 75 miles are not eligible for this position.

This position is ideal for experienced Interventional Radiology technologists with strong procedural skills and required certifications, seeking a travel contract in Kentucky.