Interventional Radiology (IR) Technologist

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus ($20K)

Work Life Balance: weekdays 8s or 10s+

MBTA discount

Insurance starts day 1

PTO up to 30 days

Retirement plan + 403(b) with company-

Career growth

Job summary

Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston seeks an Interventional Technologist Level 1 to collaborate with physicians and staff during interventional radiology procedures. You will operate multi-modality imaging equipment, ensure patient safety and accurate documentation, and support various IR sub-specialties across peri-operative and bedside settings.

The role requires ARRT and MA rad tech licensure, BLS within 90 days, and a medical imaging certificate or diploma.

Qualifications

• Medical Imaging certificate/diploma required
• Associate’s degree preferred
• MA state rad tech license required
• ARRT(R) required within 90 days
• BLS required within 90 days
• Advanced Modality Licensure (VI/CV) preferred

Responsibilities

• Collaborates during procedures with physicians and senior technical staff.
• Operates complex diagnostic and interventional radiographic equipment.
• Cross-trains and supports IR sub-specialties including abdominal, vascular, neuro, and cardiac procedures.
• Ensures proper patient demographics and documentation for the medical record.
• Delivers patient care under the scope of license and training; maintains aseptic conditions.
• Maintains inventory tracking and prepares equipment and supplies for daily use.

Education

Medical Imaging certificate/diploma

Associate’s degree preferred

MA state rad tech license required

ARRT(R) required within 90 days

BLS required within 90 days

Advanced Modality Licensure (VI/CV) preferred

Job description

Compensation and Benefits

20K sign on — We're offering a generous sign‑on bonus to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.

Additional Benefits:

• Work Life Balance: weekdays 8s, or 10s + call
• Commuting: 50% discount on MBTA passes, parking available for on‑cal
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance: Starts day 1
• PTO: up to 30 days annually for full‑time new hires including hospital holidays
• Retirement: A hospital funded pension plus a 403(b) with company match
• Career Growth: Career ladder or growth into other modalities

Responsibilities

The Interventional Technologist Level 1 collaborates during procedures with physicians and senior technical staff and performs diagnostic and interventional radiographic procedures with the utmost concern for the patient’s comfort and safety.

Operates complex diagnostic and interventional radiographic equipment. Participates in IR procedures within the IR departments, peri‑op environments, bedside, and elsewhere as needed. Cross‑trains and supports the sub‑specialties within IR including and not limited to abdominal procedures, vascular procedures, vascular surgery, Neuro IR, neurosurgery, endoscopic interventions, and cardiac surgery.

Operates multi‑modality imaging equipment to support interventional procedures. Ensures proper patient demographics and documentation for appropriate image storage for the medical record. Ensures the patient is properly positioned and immobilized, selects proper imaging factors, and utilizes and initiates fluoroscopy. Assists physicians during the procedure, including and not limited to positioning of the table and/or c‑arm, set up for power injections, and advanced imaging techniques.

Calibrates and verifies operation of all equipment to be used during the day and notifies appropriate personnel of equipment malfunctions. Begins trouble‑shooting process and calls service engineers when repair is indicated. Ensures appropriate storage remains available on the device during daily QC checks. Performs proper post‑processing of all images including reformatting and/or DYNA CT and advanced software for overlay, needle‑guidance, embo‑guidance and/or FUSION.

Ensures availability of previous imaging for procedures through workstation and/or Pushpage. Knowledgeable and able to operate all various ancillary equipment used in interventional procedures.

Delivers patient care under the scope of license and training. Supports procedures by maintaining aseptic conditions preparing procedure trays, associated medications, and equipment in accordance with institutional policies, including preparing patients for procedures, participating in cases, and sterile prep for procedure including following all infection control policies and Instructions for Use for associated products.

Supports all role groups in handling and management of all labs and specimens obtained during IR procedures including correct labelling and appropriate delivery of samples. Uses appropriate personal protective equipment and precautions from all hazardous materials (bloodborne pathogens, radiation, etc.) as stated by unit policy and hospital authorization.

Follows all hospital guidelines and policies around isolation precautions including those during aerosol generating procedures. Scrubbing in as a second operator as needed to assist the primary physician including catheter/wire management, administration of contrast, and assisting the physician to expedite the case and improve the quality of care. These practices adopted by the ASRT House of Delegates (Resolution 99-3.03, 1999).

Ensures all hospital and departmental documentation as related to the Image‑guided procedure is complete and accurate in a timely manner including EPIC, Nuance, Mobile Aspects, Visage PACS, etc. Follows two‑identifier patient identification process (Name, MRN, DOB).

Maintains inventory tracking, utilization and replenishment within the patient’s medical record through the division’s Inventory management software. Validates all documentation associated with procedure. Maintains procedure area in an orderly manner, prepares equipment, and stocks room supplies for daily use.

Disposes of all patient information appropriately and ensures procedure space is always prepared for urgent cases. Supports drop‑off and pick‑up of sterile and soiled supplies between IR, soiled utility, and/or SPD as needed while following all hospital and regulatory guidelines around transport of soiled instruments.

Under the guidance of the inventory coordinator, assists with various tasks related to RFID tagging of product and stocking of medical/surgical supplies in appropriate RFID cabinets throughout the units. Performs all other duties as directed.

As a teaching hospital, technologist can oversee and instruct various personnel and technology students within the department, including precepting new staff and working closely with the IR Managers and supervisors while following the department Competency‑Based Training program. Acknowledges and participates in research programs, quality assurance and other quality improvement projects carried on in the department.

Remains up to date on the latest developments and trends in imaging techniques, procedures and equipment by readings, conference teachings, and seminars. Includes new technology and disposable supplies and understanding of function and usage as related to Image‑guided procedures. Participates in educational programs and meets state and national requirements for continuing education credits including Radiation Protection per state guidelines.

Participates in a rotating on‑call schedule for evening, weekend, and holiday coverage. Includes urgent and routine case types deemed appropriate by IR and subspecialty call‑service Attending physicians.

Maintains professional, effective, and constructive working relations and communication with all departmental staff and other hospital personnel. Communicates effectively across all role groups. Represents IR well in communication to staff outside the department.

Qualifications

Medical Imaging certificate/diploma required

Associate’s degree preferred

MA state rad tech license required

ARRT(R) required within 90 days

BLS required within 90 days

Advanced Modality Licensure (VI/CV) preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.