Interventional Radiology Tech Associate

LCMC Health; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health is seeking a Radiology/Interventional Radiology technologist to join a specialized team in our Cath Lab. You will perform x-ray and angiography procedures, maintain image quality, and adhere to safety protocols while delivering high-quality patient care.

The role requires experience with Cath Lab equipment, Medrad injectors, and strong commitment to radiation safety. Work shifts are days in a hospital setting, with opportunities for professional development and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience or training as a Radiology Tech, Cath Lab Tech, Radiology Special Procedures tech, or Interventional Radiology.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency and quality in procedures according to departmental policy and procedure in technical performance of x-ray and angiography.
• Accepts and performs duties according to departmental protocols.
• Selects appropriate techniques, labels and marks digital films correctly.
• Applies knowledge of the principle of scrubbing circulating, X-ray and hemodynamic monitoring techniques.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of all Cath lab / specials equipment and operates Medrad injector and Radiology equipment.
• Maintains radiation exposure ALARA and operates x-ray devices according to safety protocols.
• Ensures X-ray badges are maintained according to policy and employees are aware of badge results.
• Maintains good radiation safety and provides necessary services to Cardiovascular/X-ray Tech.
• Accurately records x-ray dosage and exposure time.
• Ensures that radiation equipment is tested at appropriate intervals.
• Coordinates work schedule with Departmental Director or scheduling desk to ensure coverage.
• Assumes responsibility for patient safety, mental and physical comfort, maintains daily logs and exam billing forms.
• Maintains equipment, work area and adequate supplies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job description

Overview

Your job is more than a job. You bring independence, ingenuity, and initiative to everything you do. You’re confident in your technical skills — but you also understand that the best outcomes happen when expertise comes together as a team.

In our Interventional Radiology, you won’t just operate advanced imaging technology — you’ll be an essential part of a highly specialized IR team. You’ll work alongside experienced interventional radiologists and skilled nurses to diagnose and treat complex vascular disease in real time. Every case is dynamic. Every decision matters. Every patient is someone’s family member.

This Role Is For The Technologist Who

• Thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑acuity environment
• Takes ownership of patient safety and image quality
• Respects the power and responsibility of ionizing radiation
• Brings both technical precision and human compassion to the procedure table

General Duties

• Demonstrates proficiency and quality in procedures according to departmental policy and procedure in technical performance of x‑ray and angiography.
• Accepts and performs duties according to departmental protocols.
• Selects appropriate techniques, labels and marks digital films correctly.
• Applies knowledge of the principle of scrubbing circulating, X‑ray and hemodynamic monitoring techniques.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of all Cath lab / specials equipment and operates Medrad injector and Radiology equipment.
• Maintains radiation exposure ALARA and operates x‑ray devices according to safety protocols.
• Ensures X‑ray badges are maintained according to policy and employees are aware of badge results.
• Maintains good radiation safety and provides necessary services to Cardiovascular/X‑ray Tech.
• Accurately records x‑ray dosage and exposure time.
• Ensures that radiation equipment is tested at appropriate intervals.
• Coordinates work schedule with Departmental Director or scheduling desk to ensure coverage.
• Assumes responsibility for patient safety, mental and physical comfort, maintains daily logs and exam billing forms.
• Maintains equipment, work area and adequate supplies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Professional Development

• Maintains current license with both LSRT and ARRT.
• Maintains current license for CPR.

Experience & Qualifications

Experience or training as a Radiology Tech, Cath Lab Tech, Radiology Special Procedures tech, or Interventional Radiology.

Licenses and Certifications

• Radiology Technician from the Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board
• Basic Life Support, HeartSaver & First Aid from the American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the American Heart Association
• Radiography Certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technology

Work Shift

Days (United States of America)

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.