Interventional Radiology Technologist - Operating Room

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 51,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper University Health Care in Camden, NJ, seeks an Interventional Radiology Technologist for the operating room. The role supports vascular and cardiac procedures, assists with patient care and equipment setup, and participates in radiation safety and documentation.

Required: HS Diploma, AMA‑approved Radiology program, NJ license, and 3–5 years of vascular experience. On‑call coverage is required; hospital operates in a high‑volume trauma setting with advanced technology.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of vascular experience preferred.
• HS Diploma required; associate degree preferred.
• Graduate of AMA approved Radiology Technologist Program; NJ DEP license required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pre- and post-procedure patient assessment, patient teaching, and care within scope of practice.
• Assist physician in endovascular and Cardiac/Cardiology procedures; set up sterile field, position, prep, circulate and scrub.
• Operate fluoroscope equipment, laser and related devices; ensure radiation safety per regulations.
• Prepare radiopaque materials and draw up contrast for injections.
• Complete records accurately including procedure docs, billing, supplies, and radiation exposure.
• Assist in patient positioning and transfers; check daily controls for equipment; ensure supplies are available.
• Train and act as a preceptor for new technologists and staff; participate in on-call coverage.

Skills

Vascular experience

Radiology technologist

On-call

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree preferred

Job description

About Us

About Cooper University Health Care

Cooper University Health Care is a leading academic health system affiliated with Cooper Medical School of Rowan University. Cooper, headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, has revenues of more than $3 billion and an A+ credit rating from both S&P and Fitch Ratings.

Cooper has nearly 14,000 team members, including more than 2,200 nurses, more than 1,200 employed physicians representing 95 specialties and subspecialties, and more than 700 advanced practice providers.

Cooper operates MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper as well as three hospitals – its 663-bed flagship Cooper University Hospital in Camden, its 229-bed Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May Court House, and Children’s Regional Hospital in Camden.

Cooper University Hospital in Camden is the only Level 1 trauma center in South Jersey and the busiest in the region. The hospital has been recognized as a top-performing regional hospital by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals annual survey for six years.

More than 2.54 million patients visit Cooper’s facilities annually. Cooper’s ambulatory network encompasses three outpatient surgery centers, seven urgent care centers, a wound care center, and more than 130 physician, physical therapy, and radiology offices extending from the Delaware River to the New Jersey shore.

Cooper was named one of America’s Best Large Employers for 2026 by Forbes, ranking among the top 200 in the nation.

Visit CooperHealth.orgto learn more.

Short Description

Assists physicians in all procedures within scope of Interventional Radiology and Vascular/Cardiac surgery to include, but not limited to, vascular, cardiac/cardiology, trauma surgeries.

Duties to include but not limited to:

• Assisting with pre and post procedure patient assessment, patient teaching, assisting with patient care within scope of practice, inventory management (inventory, receive, organize, restock of products).
• Assist physician in endovascular and Cardiac/Cardiology procedures to include but not limited to setting up sterile field, positioning and prepping, circulating and scrubbing to assist with handling of instruments, operating and monitoring of equipment, passage of catheters and guidewires.
• Operate fluoroscope equipment, laser, and other equipment associated with interventional vascular and cardiac procedures. Practices radiation safety in accordance of regulations.
• Prepare radiopaque materials for administration by physician. Draw up contrast for injections.
• Completes records accurately, includes procedure documentation, billing, supplies, radiation exposure.
• Assist in patient positioning and patient transfers.
• Assist in checking of daily controls for all equipment utilized in routine care of patient; ensure medical equipment is in working order and all supplies are available.
• Assist in training and acts as a preceptor of new technologists, physicians, nurses, students. Serve as a role model.
• Cover off-shift call requirements based on unit needs. Float to other areas within institution to support staffing needs of other departments within scope of practice.

Overview

At Cooper University Health Care, you’ll find one of the most dynamic surgical environments in the region.Cooper’s Camden Campus isSouth Jersey’s only Level I Adult Trauma Centerand Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, our OR team cares for some of the most complex and meaningful cases you’ll encounter.

With 30 operating roomsandover70 surgeries each day, you’ll be part of a team that thrives in a fast-paced, high-tech setting while deliveringworld-classcare. Cooper’s surgical servicesis growing fast, creating new opportunities for learning, growth, and career advancement.

Experience Required

• 3-5 years of vascular experience preferred.

Education Requirements

• H.S. Diploma required; associate degree preferred.
• Certificate of Completion/Degree from accredited Radiology Program or Vascular Program.

License/Certification Requirements

• Graduate of AMA approved Radiology Technologist Program, NJ DEP license required upon hire.

Special Requirements

• Position is in the Operating Room
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with on call.
• Graduate of AMA approved Radiology Technologist Program, NJ DEP license required upon hire.
• H.S. Diploma, Certificate of Completion/Degree from accredited Radiology Program or Vascular Program, associate degree preferred.
• Communication – Ability to communicate with patients, visitors and coworkers required.
• Operate fluoro unit along with all supporting equipment needed to perform interventional procedures required.

Salary Min ($)

USD $37.00

Salary Max ($)

USD $61.00