Interventional Radiology Technologist
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Borgess Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology (IR) Tech

Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Role: Interventional Radiology Tech
• Start Date: ASAP
• Shift: 5 days a week, 8 hours per day (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM)
• Call Requirements:

  • Every other week: 4 PM to 7 AM
  • Every other weekend: 24-hour on-call
• Weekend Requirements: On-call only every other weekend
• Holiday Requirements: On-call as needed
• Floating: None
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours/week
• Patient Volume: Approximately 10 visits per day
• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year
• First-timers: Accepted
• Special Requirements: Assist with sterile procedures in IR and NIL
• Charting System: Cerner
• Scrub Color: Provided

Certifications & Licenses

• Required Certifications:

  • ACLS (AHA only)
  • BLS (AHA only)
  • Other certifications as applicable per unit (e.g., PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, EFM, NIH Stroke Certification)
• State License: Required as applicable per profession
• Tech Certification Verification: Required as applicable
• Pass/Fail Testing: On-site EKG exam required for Monitor Techs (if applicable)

Background & Compliance Requirements

• Background check covering last 7 years and all states lived/worked in, required within 90 days of start and annually thereafter (except APN)
• Education verification or copy of diploma/transcripts required
• Physical exam required
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (T-Spots not accepted)
• TB questionnaire required prior to start and annually
• Immunizations or titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella
• Drug testing: Negative 12-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (instant 12-panel accepted as placeholder if needed)
• Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious declination required prior to start and documentation on file by 12/15 for working candidates
• COVID vaccine medical exemption available with proper documentation

Facility Specific Requirements

• Clear, passport-style photo for badge (jpeg format)
• Completion of facility-specific modules (~8-10 hours), due by 1 PM CST Friday prior to start (not required if worked with facility in past year)
• Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement required prior to start
• Flu and COVID vaccine declination forms must be submitted and approved if applicable

Notes

• Candidates should plan accordingly for module completion and required documentation submission.
• Extensions or agency flips do not require new modules.
• Facility may require additional certifications depending on unit assignment; candidates should verify unit-specific requirements.

This position offers a structured schedule with on-call responsibilities and requires a minimum of one year of experience in Interventional Radiology. First-time travelers are welcome to apply.