INTERVENTIONAL RAD TECHNOLOGIST

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 51,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper Norcross Health in Camden, NJ seeks an Interventional Rad Technologist for a full-time day shift. You will assist with pre/post-procedure care, prepare and handle equipment, and support interventional radiology and vascular procedures.

The role requires completing a radiology program, NJ DEP licensure upon hire, and BLS certification. Strong attention to infection control and patient safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent in radiologic technology.
• Graduate of AMA approved Radiology Technologist Program.
• NJ DEP license required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist interventionalists in procedures and maintain instrument readiness.
• Set up sterile field, position patients, circulate and scrub as needed.
• Operate fluoroscopy equipment and related devices with radiation safety.
• Prepare radiopaque materials and draw up contrast as directed.

Skills

Communication

Fluoro equipment operation

Patient care

Education

Radiology diploma or equivalent

AMA approved Radiology Technologist Program

NJ DEP license (upon hire)

Job description

INTERVENTIONAL RAD TECHNOLOGIST

Camden, NJ

Job ID: 72629

Job Type: Full Time

Shift: Day

Specialty: Radiology

About us

Cooper Norcross Health, formerly Cooper University Health Care, is a leading academic health system affiliated with Cooper Norcross Medical School of Rowan University. Headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, Cooper Norcross Health has revenues of more than $3 billion and an A+ credit rating from both S&P and Fitch Ratings.

Cooper Norcross Health has nearly 14,000 team members, including more than 2,200 nurses, more than 1,200 employed physicians representing 95 specialties and subspecialties, and more than 700 advanced practice providers.

Cooper Norcross Health operates MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper as well as four hospitals - its 663-bed flagship Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden, its 229-bed Cooper Norcross University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May Court House, Children's Hospital at Cooper Norcross Health in Camden, and The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper, a substance abuse rehabilitation and inpatient treatment facility, in partnership with American Recovery Services.

Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden is the only Level 1 Trauma Center in South Jersey and the busiest in the region. The hospital has been recognized as a top-performing regional hospital by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals annual survey for eight years.

More than 2.54 million patients visit Cooper Norcross Health facilities annually. Its ambulatory network encompasses three outpatient surgery centers, seven urgent care centers, a wound care center, and more than 130 physician, physical therapy, and radiology offices extending from the Delaware River to the New Jersey shore.

Cooper Norcross Health, a not-for-profit health system, was named one of America's Best Large Employers for 2026 by Forbes, ranking among the top 200 in the nation. Visit CooperHealth.org (opens in new window) to learn more.

Short Description

Assists interventionalists in all procedures within the scope of interventional radiology and vascular surgery, but not limited to oncology, vascular and trauma. Skill set must be maintained to handle supplies/instrumentation associated with interventional procedures. Adheres to all infection prevention policies, utilizing the appropriate PPE needed.

Responsibilities

• Duties to include but not limited to, assisting with pre and post procedure patient assessment, patient teaching, assisting with patient care within scope of practice, inventory management (inventory, receive, organize, restock of products)
• Assist physician in endovascular and Cardiac/Cardiology procedures to include but not limited to setting up sterile field, positioning and prepping, circulating and scrubbing to assist with handling of instruments, operating and monitoring of equipment, passage of catheters and guidewires.
• Operate fluoroscope equipment, laser, and other equipment associated with interventional vascular and cardiac procedures. Practices radiation safety in accordance of regulations.
• Prepare radiopaque materials for administration by physician. Draw up contrast for injections.
• Completes records accurately, includes procedure documentation, billing, supplies, radiation exposure.
• Assist in patient positioning and patient transfers.
• Assist in checking of daily controls for all equipment utilized in routine care of patient; ensure medical equipment is in working order and all supplies are available.
• Assist in training and acts as a preceptor of new technologists, physicians, nurses, students. Serve as a role model.
• Cover off-shift call requirements based on unit needs. Float to other areas within institution to support staffing needs of other departments within scope of practice.
• Obtain and maintain all certifications, including BLS, required.

Experience Required

• 0-2 years of experience; 3-5 years of experience preferred
• Communication - Ability to communicate with patients, visitors and coworkers
• Operate fluoro unit along with all supporting equipment needed to perform interventional procedures

Education Requirements

• Diploma or equivalent
• Certificate of Completion/Degree from accredited Radiology Program or Vascular Program, associate degree preferred
• Graduate of AMA approved Radiology Technologist Program, NJ DEP license required upon hire

License/Certification Requirements

• AART
• NJDEP
• BLS from American Heart Association

Special Requirements

• Full time, 40 hours a week
• Monday-Friday: 7A-530P, and on call rotation

Hourly Rate Min: $37

Hourly Rate Max: $61

The New Jersey Pay Transparency Act requires disclosure of the pay range for this position.

A salary offer will vary based on the job role, candidate experience, qualifications, internal pay equity and market data.

Cooper University Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to equal employment opportunity for all team members. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, or any other status protected by law or regulation. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail]