Interventional Radiology Technologist
Seattle, Washington
Seattle Children's Hospital & Regional Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology Tech

Location: Seattle, Washington
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 26 weeks (approximately 6 months)

Job Details

• Shift: 4 x 10-hour day shifts, rotating weekdays
• On-Call: 1-2 call shifts per week and 1 weekend call per month (weekend call required)
• Guaranteed Hours: Yes
• Schedule Flexibility: No block schedule accommodation
• Locals Accepted: Yes, no radius restrictions
• Orientation: No return to origin (RTO) within first two weeks due to orientation

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Interventional Radiology Technologist license in Washington
• Minimum 2 years of experience as an Interventional Radiology Technologist
• Interventional Radiology Technologist experience within the last year
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• ARRT certification

Certifications & Licenses

• Required:

  • ARRT (Radiography)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA Provider only
  • Washington State Radiologic Technologist License
• Preferred:

  • ARRT (Vascular Interventional)
• Pending License: Potentially accepted if application process has been initiated

Facility & Work Environment

• Pediatric teaching hospital with Magnet recognition and Level I Trauma designation
• Total staffed beds: 407
• Scrub color: Any color or T-shirt top, must be age-appropriate and kid-friendly
• Charting system: EPIC

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check required (recent background within 1 year acceptable if all criteria met)
• Various federal and state background screenings including EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks
• Drug screening: 12-panel drug test within 1 year of start, covering major substances
• WA State Patrol Search required within 12 months and rerun every 2 years
• Physical exam within 1 year
• Fit mask test required within 12 months prior to end of assignment (no on-site fit testing allowed)
• Immunizations and titers required: Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B
• TB testing: Qgold/Tspot or 2 PPDs with specific timing requirements; chest X-ray if prior positive test
• Flu vaccine or declination required during flu season (Oct-March)
• Respiratory safety clearance required for respirator use

Competency & Training Requirements

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (pediatric focus)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (time sensitive for certain units)
• Skills checklists relevant to pediatric and interventional radiology settings
• Completion of required facility-specific modules prior to start (approx. 8 hours)
• Photo for badge required on blue background within 72 hours of contract signing

Additional Notes

• First-time travelers accepted
• No radius restrictions for local candidates
• Candidates must complete all assigned modules prior to start except Epic training and medication assessment, which are completed onsite
• Orientation and training details provided upon hire

Summary

This is a travel contract opportunity for an Interventional Radiology Tech with at least 2 years of experience, preferably with pediatric IR exposure. The role involves day shifts with on-call responsibilities, working in a pediatric teaching hospital environment. Required certifications include ARRT (Radiography), BLS, and a Washington state license. Candidates must meet comprehensive background, health, and competency requirements prior to starting.