Interventional Radiology Technologist
Charlottesville, Virginia
University of Virginia Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology Technologist

Location: Charlottesville, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 26 weeks (approximately 6 months)

Job Description

• Provide imaging support in the Operating Room (OR) for vascular interventional radiology procedures.
• Work schedule includes 10-hour days from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
• Rotating on-call every 4th week.
• Must be willing to work within a 50-mile radius of the facility.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Interventional Radiology Technologist license in Virginia.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as an Interventional Radiology Technologist, with experience within the last year.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification.

Certifications & Compliance

• ACLS, PALS, NRP, and other specialty certifications may be required depending on unit assignment (verify with recruiter).
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, education verification, and other standard screenings.
• Drug testing within 2 months of start, including 10-panel screen with marijuana and fentanyl.
• Immunizations and health screenings required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B surface antibody titer (positive required or follow-up testing)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or titer)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination (no exemptions accepted)

Additional Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months prior to start, attesting ability to meet physical demands.
• Professional appearance guidelines must be reviewed and acknowledged.
• Compliance with facility-specific forms and screenings prior to start.
• May require fingerprinting and child abuse registry checks if assigned to behavioral health or specific units.
• Radiation badge must be supplied by the facility for new candidates.

Notes

• This position is for a technologist role, not a nursing role.
• The role involves clinical review and manager approval before offer.
• Candidates should be prepared for a thorough credentialing and onboarding process.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Interventional Radiology technologist travel contract opportunity in Virginia.