Interventional Radiology Technologist (Neuro)
Pickerington, Ohio
OhioHealth Pickerington Methodist Hospital

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology Technologist (Travel/Contract)

Location: Pickerington, Ohio
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Overview

• Role: Neuro Interventional Radiologic Technologist (VIR Tech)
• Work Schedule: 4x10 hour shifts (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM), every other holiday
• Call: Every 3rd weekend and 1-2 nights per week
• Training: 2 weeks training at a nearby facility in Columbus
• Floating: Approximately 2 days per month to another nearby hospital

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Radiology/Cardiology specialty (neuro experience required)
• Graduate of an accredited radiography program
• ARRT certification (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
• Ohio Radiologic License (pending license acceptable)
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, exposure, positioning, physics, radiation protection, and medical terminology
• Must be willing to assist in training permanent staff

Specialty Experience

• Must have neuro experience with neurological studies/procedures such as:

  • Angioplasty
  • Carotid and Cerebral Angiography
  • Discogram
  • Embolization
  • Spinal arteriography
  • Stent placement
  • Thrombolysis/Thrombectomy
  • Vertebroplasty

Job Responsibilities

• Assist Neuro Interventional Radiologist during diagnostic and interventional procedures
• Competent as scrub assistant for invasive procedures
• Operate angiographic fluoroscopy, ultrasound, and CT equipment (diagnostic and interventional)
• Manage inventory of 1500+ products in the lab
• Assist in neurointerventional surgical procedures including cerebral aneurysm coilings, AV malformations, stroke interventions
• Support oncology procedures such as biopsies, chemoembolizations, Y-90 radiopharmaceutical therapies
• Assist with uterine artery embolizations, venous lysis of tumors, vertebroplasties, infusion pump placements/revisions, radiofrequency ablations, and peripheral vascular interventions
• Department performs over 20,000 procedures annually

Certifications & Licenses

• ARRT certification required
• Ohio Radiologic License required (pending acceptable)
• BLS required; ACLS preferred
• Other certifications may be required based on unit standards

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 2 years, indicating clearance to work without restrictions
• Respirator fit test documentation within 1 year (renewed annually)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 6 months of start
• Required immunizations or titers: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B
• Negative 9 or 10 panel drug screen within 90 days of start (marijuana tested, no medical marijuana exemptions)
• Flu vaccination or approved exemption required by specified deadlines
• Background check including 7-year history, criminal, sex offender, and sanctions screening
• Fingerprinting required (on-site or scheduled prior to orientation)

Additional Notes

• Must be willing to float to other nearby facilities as needed
• Assist in training permanent staff members
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position

This role is ideal for experienced Interventional Radiology Technologists with neuro experience seeking a travel contract in Ohio with a reputable healthcare system.