Interventional Radiology Surgical Assistant

IR Centers; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

IR Centers is a multidisciplinary private practice endovascular lab providing interventional radiology services in outpatient settings across the U.S. This Surgical Assistant role prepares patients and rooms, maintains sterile technique, passes instruments, and assists with positioning and transfers during procedures.

You will operate angiography and ultrasound equipment, enter data into PACS, monitor vitals, and support recovery and discharge.

Qualifications

• Certification as Medical Assistant, Radiologic Technologist, or equivalent clinical training.
• Experience in Interventional Radiology, Cath Lab, or procedural setting preferred.
• Knowledge of sterile technique, radiation safety (ALARA), and infection control standards.
• Ability to operate imaging equipment and manage PACS/image documentation.
• Competency in patient monitoring and post-procedure care.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and medical supply handling.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Ability to lift, transport, and position patients safely.
• Compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and facility policies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and procedure rooms for surgeries; ensure supplies and equipment are ready.
• Maintain a sterile environment and pass instruments during procedures.
• Assist physicians during procedures by managing sharps, wires, catheters, and device prep/loading.
• Operate angiography and ultrasound equipment; enter patient data into PACS.
• Transfer, verify, and document images and data to PACS.
• Follow radiation safety (ALARA); document dose/fluoro time and maintain lead/badge compliance.
• Transport patients pre- and post-procedure; monitor vitals and notify RN/MD of changes.
• Complete screenings, assist with sedation transfer, recovery monitoring, and discharge.
• Monitor access sites post-op; manage bleeding/hematoma and hold pressure when needed.
• Perform pre-op calls, ROS review, medication reconciliation, and post-op prescription coordination.
• Coordinate pathology pickups and required specimen documentation.
• Manage inventory: unpack, restock, adjust pars, order supplies, run cycle/expiration reports (Spacetrax).
• Clean and turn over procedure and patient rooms; dispose of hazardous waste per OSHA.
• Inspect and maintain equipment readiness; recommend repairs or replacements.
• Maintain environmental cleanliness, linens, and hazardous material containers.
• Assist front desk with chart prep, scheduling, and patient communication as needed.
• Comply with HIPAA, medication labeling, and sterile field competencies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Patient handling

Sterile technique awareness

Education

Certification as Medical Assistant, Radiologic Technologist, or equivalent clinical training

Job description

IR Centers is a multidisciplinary private practice endovascular lab providing interventional radiology services in outpatient settings across the U.S. This Surgical Assistant role prepares patients and rooms, maintains sterile technique, passes instruments, and assists with positioning and transfers during procedures.

You will operate angiography and ultrasound equipment, enter data into PACS, monitor vitals, and support recovery and discharge.