Interventional Radiology Technologist
Indianapolis, Indiana
Indiana University Health Methodist Hospital

Job Summary: Radiology / Cardiology Technologist (Travel/Contract)

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Key Details

• First Time Travelers Accepted
• Call Requirement: On call every 3rd or 4th weekend, from Friday 5:30 PM through Monday 7:00 AM
• Skillset Required:

  • Proficient in both peripheral vascular Interventional Radiology (IR) and neurovascular IR
  • Able to scrub both peripheral and neuro cases including:

    • Stents, Angioplasty, Angiograms, Nephrogram, Peripherals, Drainages
    • Upper and Lower Extremity, Abdomen and Pelvic, Vascular Studies, Venous Access, Neurological Studies
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years in specialty (Radiology / Cardiology)
• Certifications Required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
• Call-In Shift Policy:

  • If a traveler calls in for a contracted shift, they must make up the day during the pay period if working 0.9 FTE
  • If unable to make up during the pay period, the shift will be added at the end of the contract
  • For 1.2 FTE, any call-in shifts will be added to the end of the contract

Department & Facility Details

• 4 IR rooms equipped with 2 single plane and 2 biplane Siemens C-arms
• Two IR techs per room: one circulates, one scrubs
• Services include Level 1 trauma, pulmonary embolism (PE), stroke, vascular and neuro interventional procedures such as:

  • Angiograms, embolizations, nephrostomy, IVC filter placement, PE thrombectomy, intracranial thrombectomy, stent placements, central line insertions

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Licenses & Certifications:

  • Valid state license verification within 30 days of start
  • BLS and ARRT certifications required
  • ACLS, PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, NIH Stroke Certification may be required depending on unit
• Background Checks:

  • Must be completed within 30-90 days of start, including criminal, SSN trace, education verification, and federal exclusions (EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG)
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam within 12 months of start
  • Fit mask test within 12 months (specific approved respirators required)
  • Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months
  • Immunizations and titers:

    • TB test within 1 year
    • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: positive titer or 2 vaccines required (no declinations accepted)
    • Varicella: positive titer or 2 vaccines required (no declinations accepted)
    • Hepatitis B series, titer, or signed declination required
    • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap preferred but not required
    • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season
• Competency Exams:

  • Medication test/pharmacology competency exam (not required for techs)
  • Unit competency exam
  • Color blind testing (Ishihara or equivalent) with 100% minimum score
• References & Employment History:

  • Minimum 2 references from recent employment verified within 2 years
  • Current employment application with explanation of any gaps over 30 days
  • Skills checklist completed within 12 months and annually thereafter

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not required for this position.
• Orientation includes completion of facility-specific safety and compliance modules prior to start.
• On-site fit testing is available only as a last resort and with limitations.
• HIPAA and confidentiality agreements must be acknowledged.

This position is ideal for Radiology/Cardiology technologists with at least 2 years of experience who are comfortable with vascular and neuro interventional procedures and are willing to work a rotating weekend on-call schedule.