Interventional Radiology Technologist

Socket.dev; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an experienced Interventional Radiology Technologist for a 13-week travel assignment in Columbus, Ohio. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of IR experience, ARRT, BLS, ACLS, and hands-on Siemens imaging expertise to support image-guided procedures in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will work with radiologists, nurses, anesthesia providers, and the procedural team, maintain sterile technique, adhere to radiation safety standards, and participate in call coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent Interventional Radiology experience.
• Current ARRT certification.
• Current BLS.
• Current ACLS.
• Strong experience operating Siemens imaging equipment.
• Experience supporting invasive image-guided procedures.
• Strong knowledge of radiation safety and sterile technique.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced procedural environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians during interventional radiology procedures.
• Prepare procedure rooms, imaging equipment, supplies, and sterile fields.
• Position patients accurately for image-guided procedures.
• Operate Siemens imaging equipment safely and effectively.
• Obtain high-quality diagnostic and procedural images.
• Support a variety of vascular and nonvascular interventional procedures.
• Maintain sterile technique throughout invasive procedures.
• Maintain accurate procedural documentation.
• Collaborate effectively with radiologists, nurses, technologists, and other clinical staff.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Radiation safety awareness

Education

ARRT Certification

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Tools

Siemens imaging equipment

Job description

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Interventional Radiology Technologist for a 13-week travel assignment in Columbus, Ohio.

This position is ideal for an imaging professional with at least 2 years of recent Interventional Radiology experience who is comfortable supporting image-guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in a fast-paced acute-care hospital environment.
The technologist will work closely with interventional radiologists, nurses, anesthesia providers, and other members of the procedural team to support safe, efficient, and accurate patient care.
Candidates must have current ARRT certification, BLS, ACLS, and strong hands-on experience with Siemens imaging equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist physicians during interventional radiology procedures.
• Prepare procedure rooms, imaging equipment, supplies, and sterile fields.
• Position patients accurately for image-guided procedures.
• Operate Siemens imaging equipment safely and effectively.
• Obtain high-quality diagnostic and procedural images.
• Support a variety of vascular and nonvascular interventional procedures.
• Maintain sterile technique throughout invasive procedures.
• Assist with vascular access equipment, catheters, guidewires, and other procedural supplies.
• Monitor procedural workflow and anticipate physician and team needs.
• Support patient safety and comfort throughout procedures.
• Participate in procedural time-outs and safety checks.
• Follow radiation safety standards and appropriate protective practices.
• Maintain accurate procedural documentation.
• Collaborate effectively with radiologists, nurses, technologists, and other clinical staff.
• Respond appropriately during urgent or emergency procedural situations.
• Maintain compliance with infection-control, patient-safety, and regulatory standards.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must have

• Minimum 2 years of recent Interventional Radiology experience
• Current ARRT certification
• Current BLS
• Current ACLS
• Strong experience operating Siemens imaging equipment
• Experience supporting invasive image-guided procedures
• Strong knowledge of radiation safety and sterile technique
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced procedural environment
• Strong communication and interdisciplinary teamwork skills
• Ability to participate in required call coverage

Preferred Qualifications

Strong candidates may also have

• Epic electronic medical record experience
• Previous travel or contract IR experience
• Experience in a large acute-care hospital
• Experience with vascular and nonvascular procedures
• Experience with complex interventional radiology cases
• Experience with trauma or emergency IR procedures
• Experience with advanced fluoroscopic imaging systems
• Key Clinical Skills

Successful candidates should be comfortable with

• Interventional radiology procedures
• Fluoroscopy
• Siemens imaging systems
• Sterile technique
• Patient positioning
• Radiation safety
• Vascular access support
• Procedural imaging
• Image quality optimization
• Emergency response
• Patient safety
• Procedural documentation
• Interdisciplinary communication
• Schedule Requirements
• Day Shift
• Four 10-hour shifts per week
• 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
• 40 hours per week
• Monday through Friday with a rotating weekday off
• Call Requirements
• Call participation is required and typically includes:
• Approximately one primary weekday call shift per month
• Approximately one backup weekday call shift per month
• Approximately one weekend every 6 weeks
• Weekend call may alternate between primary and backup coverage
• Candidates must be able to respond to urgent procedural needs while assigned to call.
• Ideal Candidate — The ideal candidate is an experienced Interventional Radiology Technologist who is confident supporting complex procedures and can work efficiently with physicians and procedural teams.
• You should have strong Siemens equipment experience, excellent attention to detail, sound clinical judgment, and the ability to remain calm in urgent procedural situations.
• This opportunity may be a strong fit for professionals currently working as an:
• Interventional Radiology Technologist
• IR Tech
• Interventional Radiologic Technologist
• Vascular Interventional Technologist
• Special Procedures Technologist
• Radiologic Technologist – IR
• Travel IR Technologist

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants based on education, experience, certifications, licensure, technical skills, and the requirements of the position.