Neuro Interventional Radiology Technologist
New Orleans, Louisiana
Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology (Neuro IR) - Travel/Contract

Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Neuro Interventional Radiology)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Start Date: ASAP

Job Description & Requirements

• Role: Interventional Radiology with Neuro IR experience required.
• Schedule: 4x10 hour shifts plus on-call with a 30-minute response time.
• On-Call: Required.
• Scrub Experience: Required.
• Experience Required:

  • Minimum 2 years of specialty experience overall.
  • Candidates with 1 year of experience accepted only if they have both neuro IR and scrub experience.
• Emergency Team: Upon starting, you may be assigned to an "Emergency Team" with expectations to stay onsite during emergency events or be part of relief teams.
• Licensure: Must apply for allied health licensure within 72 hours of signing the contract.
• Backfill Position: This is a backfill assignment.

Certifications & Licenses

• State License: Active Louisiana state license or Compact License required upon submission. Renewal must be completed prior to start if expiring within 30 days.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): AHA or RQI accepted. Renewal required if expiring within 30 days of start.
• BLS (Basic Life Support): AHA or RQI accepted. Renewal required if expiring within 30 days of start.
• Other Certifications:

  • CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) required unless working in ICU.
  • Tech Certification Verification (National) relevant to Radiology Tech required and must be current.
• Competency Exam: Must be completed within 1 year prior to start with a minimum score of 80%. Annual updates required.

Background & Compliance Requirements

• Background Check: 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, including SSN trace, all names used, all counties lived in, national criminal check, FACIS 3, OFAC.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM & HHS/OIG Checks: Required within 30 days of start and updated monthly.
• Education Verification: Required for candidates without a state license.
• Sex Offender Search: Required within 30 days of start and updated monthly.
• Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start. Instant screenings not accepted.
• Photo for Badge: Full color, passport-style photo required within 24 hours of booking.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical Exam: Required within 12 months of start, indicating good physical health.
• Fit Mask Testing: Annual fit testing required for N95 masks. Onsite fit testing available if needed.
• Immunizations: Must meet one of the following for each:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• TB Testing: Negative TB test (PPD, Qgold, or Tspot) within 12 months of start, updated annually. For positive results, additional documentation required.
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap: Tdap required for certain departments; good for 10 years.
• Flu Vaccination: Required during flu season (Oct 1 - Apr 30) with vaccine, declination, or medical/religious exemption.

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be comfortable with emergency event assignments and potential extended onsite presence.
• Must be able to respond within 30 minutes when on call.
• Skills checklist and employment application required.
• Must provide 7 years of employment history with explanations for any gaps.

Summary

This is a travel contract position for an Interventional Radiology professional with neuro IR and scrub experience in New Orleans, LA. The role requires a minimum of 2 years of experience (or 1 year with neuro IR and scrub experience), active licensure, multiple certifications, and compliance with extensive background and health requirements. The schedule includes 4x10 shifts plus on-call duties with a 30-minute response time. Candidates must be prepared for emergency team assignments during their contract.