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Interventional Radiology Tech

Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology Location: Charlottesville, Virginia Employment type: Travel/Contract Contract length: 6 weeks Schedule: Day shift, 5 x 8-hour days (7:30 to 16:00), 40 hours per week Call: Every 4th week: 1 weekend per month and 4 weekday calls per month Travel radius: 50-mile radius rule applies

Role Overview

Tech role, not a nursing role. Imaging support in the OR, working in vascular IR.
Techs will NOT scrub.
The manager makes the offer after clinical review.
Ideal candidate is comfortable being actively involved in the entire case workflow, not only operating equipment.
Strong vascular/IR experience, familiarity with Hybrid OR procedures, and the ability to work independently are described as very important. These are not labeled as required.
Academic medical center with a teaching culture. Travelers may be asked to help another employee learn, answer questions, review workflows, or go over equipment and procedures during downtime.

Responsibilities

Pull inventory and order cases in the electronic health record before procedures
Run the table and controls during cases
Perform 3D spins and work with fusion technology
Stay actively engaged in the room throughout procedures, including filming and post-processing images
Document and add inventory used during the case in the inventory documentation system
Work closely with vascular surgeons, the OR team, and other procedural team members
During downtime, use a C-arm to support simple surgical cases alongside X-ray staff, such as Impellas and cystos (AP fluoro of the kidneys and bladder)

Requirements

Valid Interventional Radiology Technologist license in Virginia
Interventional Radiology Technologist experience (1 year)
Interventional Radiology Technologist experience within the last year
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
ARRT (R) (Registered Radiologic Technologist) credential
Experience with Epic

Facility

University of Virginia Medical Center

4.4rating(179 reviews)

12 nurses recommend working with University of Virginia Medical Center

Anonymous

ICU - Intensive Care Unit (RN)

4.0rating

Pros

ICU is 1-2 patients, they float you to med surg and stepdown with a 3 patient max. Overall a good contract

Cons

Never had a tech on the floor. Some units are very nice and some are mean

Review of University of Virginia Medical Center on Oct 25, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
581 beds

ADDRESS1215 Lee StreetCharlottesville, VA 22908

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About Charlottesville, VA

As a Travel Interventional Radiology Technologist in Charlottesville, VA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Charlottesville is slightly higher than the national average.
Wages may not fully match the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 85-88°F, and winter lows range from 24-27°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Charlottesville, and they can be found with some ease, especially in the downtown area.

Transportation

Charlottesville is car-friendly, but public transportation options are somewhat limited.

Demographics

Charlottesville has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the surrounding natural environment.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Charlottesville offers a variety of activities including trendy coffee shops, outdoor eateries, indie music concerts, hiking trails in Shenandoah National Park, and exploring the historical sites related to Thomas Jefferson's legacy.

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