Interventional Radiology Technologist
Livingston, New Jersey
Saint Barnabas Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology Tech

Location: Livingston, New Jersey
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology / Interventional Radiology
• Shift: Day shift, Monday-Friday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (7.5 hours per day)
• Case Load: Approximately 12-15 cases per day
• On-call: Required every 3rd weekend and some holidays
• Scrubs: Ceil blue
• Charting System: EPIC
• Technology Experience: Experience with Philips, Siemens, and OEC C-Arm equipment

Required Qualifications

• Valid Interventional Radiology Technologist license in New Jersey
• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Interventional Radiology Technologist, with experience within the last year
• Completion of at least one travel assignment
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
• ARRT (R) or ARRT certification required

Required Certifications & Competencies

• BLS: AHA required; RQI and instructor cards acceptable; must be current at start
• ACLS: Required for Interventional Radiology RN; AHA or RQI cards accepted; certificates expiring within a month of start require renewal confirmation
• Additional Certifications:

  • Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) required for clinical staff
  • Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam required for all RNs & LPNs
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam required for applicable units
  • IV Certification required for all RNs except OR specialties (must be on file by 6/1/2026)
• Annual education and competency exams required with specific retake and remediation policies

Background and Health Requirements

• Criminal background check required within 30 days of start, including alias and multi-level searches
• Drug screen (10-panel urine) required within 30 days of start
• Physical exam within 12 months of start, confirming ability to perform essential job functions and free of communicable disease
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 3 months of start; additional clearance required for history of positive TB
• Respiratory medical clearance and on-site fit testing mandatory prior to start (cost approx. $22)
• Influenza vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually
• Immunization or immunity proof required for: Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
• Color blindness testing required if job tasks involve color discrimination
• Latex allergy screening questionnaire required if applicable

Documentation and Compliance

• Employment application or resume with 7 years of work history required
• Two references within the last 2 years, including at least one managerial reference
• Skills checklist must be completed and updated annually
• Floating policy acknowledgment required for every new assignment
• Facility-specific annual education sign-off and safety manual acknowledgment required
• Various CEUs (Continuing Education Units) may be required depending on specialty and unit

Additional Notes

• Candidates must provide a government-issued photo ID and driver’s license within 48 hours of signing
• Candidates must complete required online and in-person trainings as applicable (e.g., Iron Temple training for certain specialties)
• Candidates with name changes must provide proof and ensure all names are included in background checks
• Candidates must comply with all facility-specific policies and documentation requirements prior to start

This position is ideal for experienced Interventional Radiology Technologists who hold the necessary certifications and licenses, are comfortable with on-call responsibilities, and meet the health and background clearance requirements.