Interventional Radiology Technologist
Fayetteville, North Carolina
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology Tech (Travel/Contract)

Location: Fayetteville, North Carolina
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Interventional Radiology Tech)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Schedule:

  • 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (3x12s)
  • Days, weekends (every other weekend), and call required
  • Days off will not be consecutive or the same each week
  • Callouts for scheduled shifts must be made up as required by the department
• Floating: Required to float within scope to meet facility needs or between like units
• Block Scheduling: Open to accommodating block scheduling
• Locals: Not accepted (50-mile radius rule from main campus)
• Pending License: Not accepted
• Return to Travel Restrictions:

  • Must be gone for 1 year to return as a traveler
  • System has a 2-contract limit (can only extend once), then must be gone for 6 months before returning
• Guaranteed Hours: Call off policy allows 2 shifts off per 13-week assignment; beyond that, all contracted hours are guaranteed

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Interventional Radiology experience (higher value confirmed)
• First-time travelers accepted
• Prior travel experience not required

Facility Highlights

• Short-term acute care facility
• Level III Trauma Center / Teaching Hospital
• 733 staffed beds
• Charting system: Epic
• Scrub color provided

Certifications & Competencies Required

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): AHA or Military only; documentation must reflect legal name
• BLS (Basic Life Support): AHA or Military only; required for Radiology Techs
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support): Required for certain units (ED, OR, Peds ED, PICU, etc.)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program): Required for specific units (L&D, FCCU, NICU)
• Acknowledgement of Pass/Fail Testing: Required for Radiology and Special Procedures (IR) units
• NIH Stroke Certification: Must be updated annually; required for multiple units including Radiology
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication): Required with up to 3 attempts to pass with 80% or higher; remediation required if failed
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam: Required and must be renewed annually; minimum 80% to pass

Background & Health Requirements

• Background check required within 6 months of start
• Education verification or diploma/transcript required
• Physical exam within 1 year, updated annually
• Negative 10-panel drug test within 30 days (specific substances listed)
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within last 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (titer or 2 vaccines)
  • Hepatitis B (vaccine series, positive titer, or signed declination)
  • Varicella (titer or 2 vaccines)
• TB screening required annually (PPD, Q Gold, or Tspot; chest x-ray if positive PPD)
• Flu vaccine required year-round; medical or religious exemptions accepted with facility approval
• COVID-19 vaccination not required but accepted if available

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Must complete and sign various facility-specific documents prior to start, including:

  • Job descriptions relevant to role
  • Confidentiality and information agreements
  • Emergency contact forms
  • Staff call out acknowledgements
  • Corporate code of conduct
  • Professional appearance acknowledgment
  • Computer use acknowledgment
  • Parking registration (if driving)
• Photo for badge required (passport-style, professional, no large earrings, face piercings, unnatural hair colors, or head coverings unless religious)
• Completion of mandatory orientation modules prior to start

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be prepared for a variable schedule with non-consecutive days off
• Call and weekend work are mandatory parts of the assignment
• Must have Interventional Radiology experience; no exceptions for first-timers but prior travel experience is not required
• Floating within scope and between like units is expected to meet facility needs

This position offers an opportunity to work in a Level III Trauma Center with a robust support system and clear requirements to ensure compliance and readiness.