Interventional Radiology Technologist
Aurora, Colorado
University of Colorado Hospital

Interventional Radiology

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

Schedule

• Shift: Day, 4x10s (10 hours/day, 40 hours/week), typically 0730-1800, occasionally starting at 0700
• Days: Monday-Friday
• Call: Weekend call required. Weeknight call once per week (1800-0730), plus weekend call (Friday 1800 to Monday 0730) every 4-6 weeks.
• Time Off: Up to 10 RTO days approved. RTO is not allowed November 22-December 2, 2026; December 20, 2026-January 3, 2027; or March 13-21, 2027. Flexibility may be considered for harder-to-fill positions.
• Float: Not required to float within scope or between like units.

Assignment Details

• Unit: 8-room procedural IR unit at a Level I trauma hospital
• Patient Population: Outpatient and critically ill inpatients, including emergent trauma and stroke patients
• Procedures: Embolizations (neuro and body), drain placement/exchanges, central line placements, Y90 planning and implant, and more
• Staffing: Ratio 1:2. 1 RN and 1-2 Rad Techs in the room per procedure.
• Environment: Fast-paced, high-turnover
• Equipment: Siemens
• Charting: Epic
• Scrubs: Provided
• Parking: Travelers must park in the shuttle lot except when on call.

Required Qualifications

• Interventional Radiology Technologist with 2 years of experience
• Interventional Radiology Technologist experience within the last year
• One completed travel assignment
• ARRT (VI)
• BLS issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or RQI

Onboarding and Clearance Requirements

• Background Check: 7-year background check within 60 days of start, including SSN trace, Colorado state and statewide CBI, education verification, FACIS III, NSO (sex offender), and OFAC sanctions search. International searches not required.
• Exclusion Databases: EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG within 60 days of start
• Colorado CAPS Check: Within 60 days of start
• Work History: Verify the last 3 years of employment, including the most recent employer. Gaps over 30 days must be explained. Employment history after graduation is accepted if graduation was within the last 3 years. Attestations are not accepted.
• References: 2 references from the last two years, one from employment within the last year. Both must be from a Charge RN, Manager, Supervisor, or above. Preceptors are acceptable.
• Physical Exam: Within 1 year of start and updated annually. Must be a clear statement of health signed by an MD, DO, NP, or PA. Chiropractors cannot sign.
• TB Screening: Negative QGold/TSpot or 2-step PPD (2 PPDs 7-21 days apart), within 1 year of start and updated annually. Positive results require a chest X-ray within 3 months of the positive test and a TB questionnaire updated annually.
• Measles, Mumps, Rubella: Positive MMR IgG titer or 2 vaccines. Boosters may be required if titers are negative or equivocal.
• Hepatitis B: Positive titer, 3-dose series, 2-dose Heplisav series, or declination
• Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines
• Tdap: Vaccine within 10 years of start, or signed declination within 1 year of start
• COVID-19: Proof of vaccination or signed declination. Accepted vaccines: AstraZeneca, Pfizer, Moderna.
• Influenza (2026-27 season): Current seasonal flu vaccine or facility-approved exemption. Declination forms are not accepted. Onsite vaccination is available with a facility ID badge.
• Respirator Fit Test: Within 12 months of start and updated annually, using 3M 1860S, 1860R, or 1870/1870+ masks. Onsite testing is available. PAPR is available if needed.
• Drug Testing: Within 30 days of start and updated annually. Panel includes amphetamine, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, buprenorphine, cocaine, methadone, methamphetamine, morphine, and oxycodone.
• Color Vision (Ishihara) Exam: Must be completed in person before start date. Online testing is not accepted. Failing does not cancel the assignment; facility accommodations are available as needed.
• Driver's License or State ID: Clear copy of front and back
• E-Verify: E-Verify or attestation
• Name Change: Proof of name change is required if the legal name differs from prior documents.
• Colorado CAPS Release Authorization: Required annually, with 5 full years of address history in MM/DD/YYYY format
• Skills Checklist: Required annually

Competencies

• Core Parts I, II, and III: Required within 1 year of start, updated annually, minimum score of 80%
• OSHA Mandatory Training: Required within 1 year of start, updated annually, minimum score of 80%
• Competency Exam: Required within 1 year of start, updated annually, minimum score of 80%
• Medication/Pharmacology Competency Exam: Required within 1 year of start and updated annually
• Facility Modules: Must be completed within the first two weeks of assignment