Interventional Radiologic Technologist

1200 The General Hospital Corporation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 59,236 - 65,918; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

50% discount on MBTA passes

Paid time off

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

1200 The General Hospital Corporation in Boston, MA seeks an Interventional Radiology Technologist (Level 1). This role offers a $20,000 sign-on bonus, extensive training for new graduates, and a supportive environment for experienced technicians.

The position includes 8- or 10-hour shifts, competitive on-call pay, and benefits starting day one such as medical, dental, and vision insurance. Responsibilities involve operating advanced imaging equipment and collaborating in complex procedures while ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Certificate or diploma in Medical Imaging.
• ARRT® certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Massachusetts Rad Tech license required.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Advanced modality licensure (VI/CV) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate during procedures with physicians and senior technical staff.
• Operate complex diagnostic and interventional radiographic equipment.
• Cross-train and support sub-specialties within IR.
• Assist physicians during procedures, including advanced imaging techniques.
• Maintain inventory tracking and replenish supplies.
• Ensure accurate documentation in relevant software.

Skills

Collaboration with physicians

Equipment operation

Patient comfort and safety

Documentation in EPIC

Education

Certificate or diploma in Medical Imaging

ARRT® certification

Massachusetts Rad Tech license

BLS certification

Advanced modality licensure (VI/CV)

Job description

Job Summary

Mass General Brigham offers a role for Interventional Radiology Technologist (Level 1) with a $20,000 sign‑on bonus, comprehensive training for new graduates, and encouragement for experienced x‑ray or special procedures technologists.

Key Benefits

• Flexible shifts: 8‑hour or 10‑hour shifts with or without weekend rotations.
• 50% discount on MBTA passes, parking available on nights/weekends for on‑call.
• Competitive on‑call pay rates.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting day one.
• PTO: up to 30 paid days off annually for full‑time new hires.
• Retirement: hospital‑funded pension plan plus a 403(b) with company match.
• Career growth across multiple imaging modalities, fluoro, ultrasound, CT‑guided procedures.
• Opportunities to develop niche areas such as quality, safety, lead apron management, consumable inventory, and precepting new staff.
• Collaborative team environment with nurses, advanced practice providers, physicians, residents, and tech assistants.
• Exposure to state‑of‑the‑art equipment and complex procedures including SIRT, TACE, Ablations, Embolizations, TAVR, FEVAR, SpaceOAR, vertebroplasty, Level‑1 trauma cases, etc.

Responsibilities

Collaborate during procedures with physicians and senior technical staff and perform diagnostic and interventional radiographic procedures with the utmost concern for patient comfort and safety.

Operate complex diagnostic and interventional radiographic equipment, participate in IR procedures within the IR departments, peri‑operative environments, bedside, and elsewhere as needed.

Cross‑train and support sub‑specialties within IR including abdominal, vascular, neuro‑IR, neurosurgery, endoscopic interventions, and cardiac surgery.

Operate multi‑modality imaging equipment, ensure proper patient demographics and documentation for appropriate image storage, ensure proper patient positioning and immobilization, select imaging factors, and initiate fluoroscopy.

Assist physicians during procedures, including positioning of tables or c‑arms, setup for power injections, and advanced imaging techniques.

Calibrate and verify operation of all equipment, notify personnel of malfunctions, begin troubleshooting, and call service engineers when repair is indicated.

Perform post‑processing of images, including reformatting, DYNA CT, and advanced software for overlay, needle‑guidance, emboli‑guidance, and fusion.

Maintain aseptic conditions, prepare procedure trays and medications, and support all lab and specimen handling according to institutional policies.

Follow all hospital guidelines for isolation precautions, aerosol‑generating procedures, and use of personal protective equipment.

Scrub in as a second operator when needed, assist with catheter and wire management, contrast administration, and expedite care to improve quality.

Ensure complete and accurate documentation in EPIC, Nuance, Mobile Aspects, Visage PACS, etc., following two‑identifier patient identification processes.

Maintain inventory tracking, utilization and replenishment, and assist with RFID tagging and stocking of supplies as directed.

Support drop‑off and pick‑up of sterile and soiled supplies to and from IR, soiled utility, and SPD following regulatory guidelines.

Oversee and instruct students and staff, precept new personnel, and collaborate with IR managers and supervisors, adhering to competency‑based training programs.

Participate in research, quality assurance, and improvement projects; stay current on imaging techniques, procedures, and equipment through readings, conferences, and seminars.

Meet state and national continuing education requirements, including radiation protection per state guidelines.

Participate in a rotating on‑call schedule for evenings, weekends, and holidays, handling urgent and routine cases as appropriate.

Maintain professional, constructive relationships and effective communication with departmental staff and other hospital personnel, representing IR positively to staff outside the department.

Qualifications

• Certificate or diploma in Medical Imaging.
• ARRT® certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Massachusetts Rad Tech license required.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Advanced modality licensure (VI/CV) preferred.

Additional Job Details

Location: 55 Fruit Street, Onsite Work.

Pay Range: $43.00 – $47.85 per hour (Grade 5).

Remote type: None (on‑site).

EEO Statement

Mass General Brigham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities.