Interventional Radiology Technologist
Tyler, Texas
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler
$2,320-2,880/weekHost Healthcare will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Interventional Radiology Technologist - Travel Position
Location: Tyler, Texas
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Work Schedule: 5 days per week, 8 hours per day
Employment Type: Full-time, Travel
Facility Overview
- Large 650-bed hospital with inpatient and outpatient services
- Experience in vascular and neuro procedures required
Job Summary
The Interventional Radiology (IR) Technologist assists with complex vascular and neuroradiology angiographic and interventional procedures using fluoroscopy, CT, laser, and ultrasonography equipment. Responsibilities include circulating and scrubbing during procedures, patient teaching, assisting with patient care within scope of practice, inventory management, and schedule coordination.
Key Responsibilities
- Support smooth patient flow in Interventional labs
- Perform circulating and scrubbing roles during procedures
- Assist with patient care and patient teaching
- Manage inventory and coordinate schedules
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- Adapt patient care methods to meet individual needs (physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific)
- Ensure compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
- Perform examinations/procedures as needed within scope of competencies
- Serve as PACS Superuser during downtime and escalate issues appropriately
- Troubleshoot and report equipment malfunctions
- Demonstrate flexibility to work other shifts or locations as needed
- Promote staff growth, development, and employee engagement
- Support physician satisfaction by assisting radiologists and referring physicians
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Valid Interventional Radiology Technologist license in Texas
- Minimum 1 year of experience as an Interventional Radiology Technologist, including experience within the last year
Licenses & Certifications
- ARRT certification in Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
Additional Information
- Must demonstrate behavior and communication aligned with organizational mission, values, and culture
- Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and reliability at all times
- Experience in vascular and neuro procedures is mandatory
This position is ideal for an Interventional Radiology Technologist seeking a travel assignment in a large hospital setting with a focus on vascular and neuro interventional procedures.
Facility
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler
2 nurses recommend working with CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler
- Short Term Acute Care
- 449 beds
About Tyler, TX
As a Travel Interventional Radiology Technologist in Tyler, TX here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs in the 90s (°F) and lows in the 70s (°F).
- Winter average highs in the 50s (°F) and lows in the 30s (°F).
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through online platforms.
- Car friendliness with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is essential for getting around.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies due to the pollen from pine trees.
- Tyler has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Plenty of restaurants offering Southern cuisine, art galleries, live music venues, local sports events, and outdoor activities such as hiking in Tyler State Park.
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