Interventional Radiology Technologist
Aurora, Colorado
University of Colorado Hospital

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology Tech

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

Job Details

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

  • Weeknight call once per week (6:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
  • Weekend call every 4-6 weeks (Friday 6:00 PM - Monday 7:30 AM)
• Patient Ratio: 1 tech to 2 patients
• Charting System: Epic
• Scrubs: Provided
• Floating: Not required

Job Environment

• Fast-paced, high-turnover, 8-room procedural Interventional Radiology unit
• Level I trauma hospital
• Patient population includes outpatient and critically ill inpatients, including emergent trauma and stroke patients
• Procedures include embolizations (neuro and body), drain placements/exchanges, central line placements, Y90 planning and implant, and more
• Typically 1 RN and 1-2 Radiology Techs present per procedure

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as an Interventional Radiology Technologist, with experience within the last year
• Certifications:

  • ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Must be able to work weekend and weekday on-call shifts as described
• Must pass a 7-year background check and meet all standard healthcare compliance requirements
• Required health documents include:

  • Physical exam within 1 year
  • Fit mask test within 12 months and annually
  • Immunizations and titers (TDAP, MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Flu, COVID)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Drug testing within 30 days and annually
  • Color blind exam (Ishihara test) prior to start
• Required competencies and exams updated annually (medication test, dysrhythmia/EKG competency, OSHA, core competencies)
• References: 2 references from the last 2 years, including one from the last year, from charge RN, manager, or supervisor
• Employment history verification for the last 3 years required

Additional Notes

• Maximum of 10 return-to-office (RTO) days allowed
• RTO not allowed during certain holiday periods (late December, mid-March, early May, late May)
• Parking for travelers is in a shuttle lot except when on-call
• This position is not open to first-time travelers

This role is ideal for experienced Interventional Radiology Technologists seeking a challenging, fast-paced environment with a Level I trauma center patient population. Weekend and on-call availability is mandatory.