Interventional Radiology Technologist
Augusta, Georgia
University Hospital

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology Tech (Travel/Contract)

Location: Augusta, Georgia
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 18 weeks

Job Details

• Schedule: Monday - Friday
• Patient Population: Adults to Geriatrics
• Average Daily Census: 8 patients
• Unit Systems: Epic, Pyxis, PACS
• Call Requirements: 10 days per month
• Weekends: Every other weekend
• Floating: Within the facility/scope of practice as needed
• Holidays: Required to work major holidays during assignment (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year’s Eve/Day)
• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days
• Scrub Color: Provided by the facility

Experience Requirements

• Minimum Specialty Experience: 1 year (1st time travelers accepted)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or ARC accepted
• Additional Certifications: ACLS, PALS, NRP, NIH Stroke Certification, EFM, Tech Cert Verification, State License (Georgia for CRTs & RRTs), NURSYS Verification may be required depending on specialty and role.

Compliance & Screening

• Full compliance required to start on time; delays in compliance may result in a 2-week pushback due to bi-weekly orientation schedule.
• Clinical screening will be conducted to determine clinical fit before final approval.
• Locals accepted at the same rate.

Required Documents & Health Screenings

• Photo ID: Driver’s License or State ID
• Background Check: Must be completed within 30 days prior to start, including education verification and criminal searches.
• Education Verification: Required; can be pending at start with proof it is in process (due within 30 days post start).
• Physical Exam: Required within 12 months of start.
• TB Testing: Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months; TB questionnaire required annually.
• Immunizations:

  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella – 2 MMR vaccines or positive titer required.
  • Varicella – 2 vaccines or positive titer required.
  • Hepatitis B – Series, titer, or signed declination required.
  • Flu Vaccine or Declination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Mar 31).
• Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start; cannot start with results pending. Instant drug screen acceptable under certain conditions.

Competency Exams

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (for RNs and LVNs)
• Color Blind Testing (required for all candidates)
• Competency Exam (for Nursing and Allied Health)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (for applicable specialties)

Additional Notes

• Number of Non-Billable Orientation (NBO) hours is proportional to contract length (e.g., 18 hours for 18-week assignment).
• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific policies such as Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance Policy prior to start.
• References: 2 clinical references required by the staffing agency (not required by client).
• Work history verification required; can be pending at start with proof it is in process (due within 30 days post start).

This position is ideal for Interventional Radiology Technologists with at least 1 year of experience who are comfortable working in a fast-paced adult to geriatric patient population and meeting comprehensive compliance and certification requirements.