Interventional Radiology Technologist
Pomona, California
Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology Technologist (Travel/Contract)

Location: Pomona, California
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Interventional Radiology)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work schedule: 4 days per week, 10 hours per shift
• Shift times vary: 08:00-18:30 or 07:00-17:30
• Weekend work required
• On-call required on weekends, holidays, and after hours depending on department needs
• Experience required: Minimum 2+ years in Interventional Radiology (IR) and Neuro, including scrubbing and filming
• Licenses required: ARRT certification and Fluoroscopy license

Required Certifications

• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
• Fluoroscopy Certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA only
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA only
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA only (required/preferred depending on unit)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – AAP through AHA only (if applicable)
• CCRN (Critical Care RN) – Preferred for IR RNs
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) – Preferred for ER RNs
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) – Required for L&D RNs (if applicable)
• Tech Certification Verification (National) – Required for IR Techs (ARRT)
• State License – California Radiology license with Fluoroscopy certification
• NURSYS Verification – For RNs, LVNs/LPNs, APRNs
• IV Certification – Required for LVN/LPNs at all Pomona facilities
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) – In-person course required for ER RNs
• NIH Stroke Certification – Accepted from all vendors, valid for 2 years (required for IR units)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) – In-person course acceptable in lieu of MAB for ER RNs

Experience & Background Requirements

• Minimum 2+ years of IR and Neuro experience, including scrubbing and filming
• Complete 15+ years of work history with locations (cities/states) for background check purposes
• 2 professional references from managers, supervisors, Charge RNs, or HR (one must be from most recent experience)
• Background checks covering last 7 years, including:

  • Social Security Address Check (last 15 years)
  • National Criminal Search
  • Sex Offender Search
  • Education Verification
  • International searches if applicable
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days prior to start
• Medi-Cal Exclusion Search (California-specific) within 30 days prior to start

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months prior to start, cleared to work without restrictions
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray per facility protocol
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine or declination within 10 years
• Immunity or vaccination records for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (vaccination series, titer, or declination)
  • Varicella (chickenpox)
  • Hepatitis C (titer accepted)
• Seasonal Flu vaccination or facility-specific declination (required during flu season)
• COVID-19 vaccination or facility-specific declination (with mask requirements if declined)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start (no instant tests accepted)
• Fit mask test for specified N95 masks or PAPR training onsite if unable to pass fit test

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Dress code: Solid colored scrubs only (no camouflage, jean texture, or character patterns)
• Badge photo on plain blue background, passport-style, required within 72 hours of signing
• Completion of facility orientation packet and acknowledgment prior to start
• Completion of facility-specific modules via LMS platform (WorkRamp) with passing score above 80%
• Review and sign various facility policies including:

  • Fingernail hygiene
  • Timekeeping acknowledgment
  • Acknowledgement of responsibility
  • Standard of care acknowledgment (for specific units)
  • COVID-19 exposure questionnaire
  • Privacy and security information
  • Parking regulations
• Drug Diversion Module required for all RNs and LVNs prior to start
• Annual renewal of certain documents and certifications as required

Additional Notes

• Radiation badges for new candidates are supplied by the facility, not by the agency
• Facility requires primary source verification of licenses within 30 days of start
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests must be completed annually with a minimum score of 80%
• Some certifications and background checks must be updated annually or after a gap in shifts

This position is ideal for experienced Interventional Radiology Technologists with the required certifications and willingness to work varied shifts including weekends and on-call hours. Compliance with extensive background, health, and facility-specific requirements is mandatory.