Interventional Radiology Technologist
Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology

Location: Lexington, Kentucky
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Description

• Work schedule: 4 shifts per week, 10 hours each, Monday to Friday with a rotating day off weekly (usually after a call shift).
• Call requirements: 1 to 2 call shifts per week and 1 weekend every 6 weeks.
• Responsibilities include assisting physicians with interventional neuro, vascular, CT/US guided procedures.
• Must be proficient in scrubbing as first assist, circulating, filming, and charging exams in electronic medical record systems.
• Preferred experience with EPIC, Siemens single and Bi-plane equipment, and McKesson PACS.
• Local travelers within 75 miles are not accepted.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Interventional Radiology Technologist license in Kentucky (must be obtained before start date)
• Interventional Radiology Technologist with at least 1 year of experience, including experience within the last year
• ARRT(R) certification
• RTR or RTRVI certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Minimum 1 year of Interventional Radiology (IR) experience with skills in Vascular Interventional Radiology (VIR) and neuro procedures

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Background checks including county and national criminal searches, sex offender search, education verification, and others must be current and updated annually.
• Drug testing within 1 year of start, updated annually.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by a licensed provider confirming good health and ability to perform job duties.
• Immunizations and health screenings required and must be current:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray with annual questionnaire
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or vaccination with boosters if needed)
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella (positive titer or vaccination with booster if needed)
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination or approved exemption
  • COVID vaccination series or approved exemption (booster preferred but not required)
• Fit mask testing within 1 year, updated annually.

Competency and Skills Verification

• Must complete required competency exams including medication/pharmacology, unit-specific competency exams, math ability exams, and conscious sedation competency as applicable.
• Pass/fail testing for EKG and medication knowledge required for certain units.
• Skills checklists must be current and updated annually.
• Certification for First Assist RN (Certified First Assistant) required if applicable.

Additional Requirements

• Two professional references verified within 6 months of start, preferably from direct supervisors.
• Employment history verification covering the last 7 years, with explanations for any gaps longer than 30 days.
• Must sign facility-specific policies including confidentiality, acceptable use, electronic communications, and password policies prior to start.

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• Candidates must have all required licenses, certifications, and documentation current and compliant before start date.
• This position involves working with advanced imaging and interventional equipment and requires strong procedural skills and teamwork.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Interventional Radiology travel contract opportunity.