Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography Technologist

Johns Hopkins Intrastaff; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Retirement Savings Options

Access to Johns Hopkins Health System

Professional development

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Intrastaff is seeking an experienced CVRT/Interventional Lab specialist to support cardiovascular teams at Johns Hopkins Suburban Medical Center in Bethesda. The role involves assisting with invasive procedures, maintaining lab readiness, and ensuring safety protocols.

The position requires ARRT or RCIS certification, licensure in MD/DC, BLS/CPR, and at least 3 years of related cath lab experience. On‑call rotation and on‑site work are expected.

Qualifications

• Must hold ARRT Certification or RCIS.
• Maryland or DC licensure in applicable discipline.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic or Cardiovascular Technology program.
• Minimum 3 years in CVRT/CVIR or related cath lab/interventional labs.
• Experience assisting with invasive cardiovascular and interventional procedures.
• Experience with hemodynamic monitoring and procedural documentation.
• Ability to identify arrhythmias and monitor patient status during procedures.
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with invasive cardiovascular and interventional procedures following sterile technique.
• Prepare cath lab rooms with catheters, guidewires, contrast media and equipment.
• Operate and troubleshoot angiographic and monitoring equipment.
• Monitor patient vitals and document hemodynamic data during interventions.
• Educate patients and families about procedures and post‑procedure expectations.
• Maintain sterility and ALARA radiation safety principles.

Skills

ARRT/RCIS cert

BLS/CPR

CVRT/CVIR exp

On-call rotation

arrhythmia awareness

procedural documentation

Education

Radiologic Technology or Cardiovascular Technology program

Job description

Johns Hopkins Intrastaff is the internal staffing agency for the Johns Hopkins Health System, connecting healthcare professionals with rewarding opportunities across world‑renowned Johns Hopkins facilities. As an Intrastaff employee, you’ll enjoy the flexibility of contract staffing while gaining experience within one of the nation’s most respected healthcare organizations.

In this role, you’ll support the cardiovascular and interventional teams at Johns Hopkins Suburban Medical Center, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals to provide exceptional patient care.

Success In This Role Includes

• Delivering safe and efficient support during invasive cardiovascular and interventional procedures.
• Maintaining procedural readiness of Cath, Hybrid, and EP Labs.
• Ensuring compliance with radiation safety, sterile technique, and patient care standards.
• Supporting emergency and after‑hours cardiovascular intervention coverage.

Eligibility

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must meet all Johns Hopkins credentialing, compliance, and occupational health requirements.

Facility: Johns Hopkins Suburban Medical Center

Location: Bethesda, Maryland

Work Model: 100% On‑Site

Schedule

• Four 10‑hour shifts per week
• Monday‑Friday
• Hours scheduled between 7:00 AM and 3:30 PM

On‑Call Requirements

• Six on‑call shifts per month
• Two weekend call shifts required monthly
• Two backup call shifts monthly
• Rotating holiday coverage required

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: Competitive hourly pay based on experience.

Intrastaff Benefits May Include

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Savings Options
• Weekly Pay
• Access to opportunities across the Johns Hopkins Health System
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Perform diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, and angiographic procedures according to established protocols.
• Assist physicians during invasive cardiovascular and interventional radiology procedures utilizing aseptic and sterile technique.
• Prepare procedure rooms with appropriate catheters, guidewires, contrast media, imaging equipment, and interventional supplies.
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain angiographic, fluoroscopic, and hemodynamic monitoring equipment.
• Monitor patient vital signs, hemodynamic parameters, cardiac rhythms, and procedural documentation throughout interventions.
• Recognize arrhythmias, EKG changes, and physiological abnormalities and communicate findings to physicians.
• Educate patients and families regarding procedures and post‑procedure expectations.
• Maintain crash carts, emergency equipment, defibrillators, oxygen systems, and procedure trays.
• Ensure compliance with ALARA radiation safety principles, infection prevention standards, and Universal Precautions.
• Participate in on‑call coverage for emergency and after‑hours interventional procedures.

Must‑Have

• Current ARRT Certification OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) Certification
• Current Maryland or Washington, DC licensure (as applicable)
• Current BLS/CPR Certification
• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program or Cardiovascular Technology Program.
• Minimum 3 years of CVRT, CVIR, Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Electrophysiology Lab, or Interventional Radiology experience.
• Experience assisting with invasive cardiovascular and interventional procedures.
• Experience with hemodynamic monitoring and procedural documentation.
• Ability to identify cardiac arrhythmias and monitor patient physiological status during procedures.
• Experience working in high‑acuity procedural environments requiring rapid critical thinking and multitasking.
• Ability to participate in an on‑call rotation.

Nice‑to‑Have

• Experience supporting Hybrid OR procedures.
• Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI) Certification
• Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI) Certification
• Experience in a high‑volume academic medical center.
• Advanced knowledge of invasive cardiovascular procedures.
• Experience with peripheral vascular interventions.
• Experience with electrophysiology studies and device implantation procedures.
• Previous experience utilizing advanced hemodynamic monitoring systems.
• Strong inventory management and procedural preparation skills.
• Experience assisting with emergency cardiovascular interventions.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity / Aff… All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.