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

• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years in Interventional Radiology (must have IR experience)
• First-timers Accepted: Yes
• Weekend Requirement: Yes, every other weekend
• Shift Details: Days, weekends, and call required
• Floating: Required to float within scope to meet facility needs/float between like units
• Block Scheduling: Open to accommodating block scheduling
• Locals Accepted: No (50-mile radius rule from main campus)
• Pending License: Not accepted
• Return to Work 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 to return
• Guaranteed Hours: Call off policy of 2 shifts per 13-week assignment; after that, all contracted shifts are guaranteed
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required

Facility Highlights

• Short-term acute care facility
• Level III Trauma Center / Teaching Hospital
• Total Staffed Beds: 733
• Charting System: Epic
• Scrub color provided

Certifications & Competencies Required

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): AHA or Military only; required for multiple units including Special Procedures (IR)
• BLS (Basic Life Support): AHA or Military only; required for Sonographers & Radiology Techs
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support): AHA or Military only; required for certain units (ED, OR, PICU, etc.)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure): Required for L&D, FCCU, NICU
• Acknowledgement of Pass/Fail Testing: Required for Radiology and Special Procedures (IR) among other units
• NIH Stroke Certification: Must be updated annually; required for multiple units including Radiology
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication): Required for Radiology and Special Procedures (IR); candidates have 3 attempts to pass with remediation required after failures
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam: Required and must be renewed annually; basic and advanced levels depending on unit

Background & Health Requirements

• Background check required within 6 months of start
• Education verification or diploma/transcript required
• Physical exam required 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 vaccine 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
  • Policy tech access acknowledgements
  • Professional appearance acknowledgments
  • Parking registration (if driving)
  • Computer use acknowledgements
• 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
• Return staff policy and contract limits strictly enforced

Additional Notes

• Days, weekends, and call shifts are mandatory, with callouts for scheduled shifts required to be made up as necessary
• Floating between units within scope is required to meet facility needs
• Locals within 50 miles of the main campus are not accepted for this travel position

This position is ideal for Interventional Radiology Technologists with at least 2 years of experience who are comfortable with a travel contract assignment requiring weekend and call coverage, floating between units, and adherence to strict facility policies and certifications.