Interventional Radiology Technologist
Aurora, Colorado
University of Colorado Hospital

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology Technologist

Location: Aurora, Colorado
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Interventional Radiology Tech)
• Shift: Day shift, 4x10 hour shifts (typically 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM, occasionally starting at 7:00 AM)
• Work Days: Monday through Friday with required weekend call every 4-6 weeks
• On-Call Requirements:

  • Weeknight call once per week (6:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
  • Weekend call from Friday 6:00 PM through Monday 7:30 AM
• Patient Ratio: 1:2
• Charting System: Epic
• Equipment Used: Siemens
• Scrubs: Provided

Job Environment and Responsibilities

• Work in a fast-paced, high-turnover, 8-room procedural Interventional Radiology unit
• Facility is a Level I trauma hospital
• Patient population includes both outpatients and critically ill inpatients, including emergent trauma and stroke patients
• Procedures performed include embolizations (neuro and body), drain placements/exchanges, central line placements, Y90 planning and implant, among others
• Typically, 1 RN and 1-2 Radiology Techs are present in the room per procedure
• No floating to other units required

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as an Interventional Radiology Technologist, with experience within the last year
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License/State ID (clear copies front and back)
• E-Verify or Attestation
• Proof of legal name change if applicable
• Background checks including:

  • 7-year background check within 60 days of start
  • Social Security Number trace
  • Colorado state and national criminal background checks
  • Education verification (3rd party or transcript/diploma)
  • Federal exclusion lists (EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG)
• State license verification (Colorado license required)
• Health documents:

  • Physical exam within 1 year, signed by MD, DO, NP, or PA
  • Fit mask test within 12 months (specific mask models required)
  • Immunizations and titers: TDAP, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Hepatitis B, Varicella
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Drug testing within 30 days of start
  • COVID vaccine proof or signed declination
  • Color blindness testing (Ishihara exam required)
• Competency exams and annual updates required, including medication test, core competencies, OSHA, and dysrhythmia/EKG competency
• References: Two references from the last two years, including one from the last year, from charge RN, manager, or supervisor
• Employment history verification for the last 3 years with explanations for gaps over 30 days

Additional Information

• Parking: Must park in shuttle lot except when on-call
• Time off (RTO) limited to 10 days maximum; no RTO allowed during specified blackout periods in 2026
• Facility-specific orientation and training modules must be completed within the first two weeks of assignment
• This is a high-acuity environment requiring ability to work under pressure and manage emergent cases

This position is ideal for experienced Interventional Radiology Technologists seeking a challenging travel assignment in a Level I trauma center with a strong procedural focus.