Interventional Radiology Technologist
Detroit, Michigan
Henry Ford Hospital

Job Opportunity: Radiology Interventional Technologist

Location: Detroit, Michigan
Employment Type: Staffing - Supplier Sourced
Contract Length: 13 weeks (89 days ≈ 13 weeks)

Job Summary

Under the direction of a Radiologist, this role specializes in performing invasive radiology procedures to aid in the evaluation of pathological conditions as prescribed by a physician.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Explain examination procedures to patients and prepare them for the exam.
• Obtain additional patient medical history as needed.
• Prepare prescribed contrast media, medications, and IV solutions for administration.
• Review clinical data and analyze patient anatomy to set up equipment and assist Radiologist with complex diagnostic invasive procedures.
• Prepare and set up sterile equipment, physiological monitors, pressure injectors, and imaging equipment.
• Ensure adequate supplies (needles, catheters, etc.) are available and properly stored; replenish as needed.
• Actively assess patient condition before, during, and after procedures.
• Manually control equipment to obtain proper diagnostic images.
• Assist with training new personnel or students assigned to the division.
• Perform imaging procedures following radiation protection principles (shielding, dose reduction, ALARA techniques).
• Resolve image exceptions and ensure high-quality image delivery into PACS; confirm image/series counts.
• Complete study indexing in Radiology Information System (RIS) including study begin, end, and completion.
• Consistently demonstrate team standards including communication, positive attitude, innovation, and respect for diversity.
• Perform Quality Assurance procedures and all necessary documentation in medical records and radiology systems.
• Use independent judgment for imaging techniques, patient positioning, and safety practices.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Interventional Radiology Technologist, including experience within the last year.
• Experience as a Cath Lab Technologist.
• Registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Experience working with Level 1 Trauma patients.

Preferred Qualifications

• None specified.

This position is ideal for healthcare professionals experienced in interventional radiology procedures who are comfortable working under physician direction and managing complex imaging equipment and patient care protocols.