Interventional Radiology Technologist - VIR Lab

OU Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Student loan repayment up to $25,000

Relocation assistance

Job summary

OU Medical Center is hiring an Interventional Radiology Technologist for the VIR Lab. The role includes assisting in minimally invasive, image-guided procedures and supporting patient care from pre-procedure to post-procedure care.

Qualifications include BLS, ARRT/RCES/RCIS certifications within 18 months, and relevant health-science training. The department emphasizes clinical excellence and teamwork in a dynamic IR setting.

Qualifications

• Current Basic Life Support (AHA) required upon hire.
• ARRT(RT)(VI), ARRT(RT)(CI), RCES or RCIS certification required within 18 months of hire.
• Experience levels vary by Tech I/II/III role; Tech I requires no experience, Tech II requires 3+ years, Tech III requires 5+ years.

Responsibilities

• Assist in image-guided minimally invasive procedures (angiography, biopsies, device implantation).
• Prepare patients and maintain sterile field during procedures.
• Transfer images/data to EHR systems and ensure documentation meets standards.
• Provide on-call coverage outside regular hours as assigned.

Skills

BLS (AHA)

ARRT RT eligibility

Medical imaging knowledge

Education

Post-secondary health science program

Associate’s Degree

Job description

Position Title

Interventional Radiology Technologist - VIR Lab

Department

Interventional Radiology

Job Description

This position may be filled as an Interventional Technologist 1, 2, or 3, depending on individual experience, certifications, education, and other qualifications.

Special Benefits

• Sign‑on bonus up to $10,000 for qualified individuals
• Student loan repayment up to $25,000
• Relocation assistance if moving 100+ miles

Interventional Radiology (IR) Department Overview

The Interventional Radiology Department at OU Medical Center provides advanced, minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using image‑guided techniques. Our highly specialized team of board‑certified interventional radiologists, nurses, and technologists delivers patient‑centered care across a wide spectrum of conditions, including neuro and vascular disease, oncology, trauma, and complex organ disorders. At OU Medical Center, the Interventional Radiology Department is committed to clinical excellence, continuous innovation, and compassionate care, supporting both inpatient and outpatient populations while advancing the field through education, research, and quality improvement initiatives.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assists Providers in performing minimally invasive, image‑guided procedures including but not limited to cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, angiography, device implantation, biopsies, thrombectomy, embolization and pain management.
• Utilizes a variety of highly specialized radiologic equipment and techniques to perform a diverse range of diagnostic, interventional and/or invasive procedures in accordance with established scope of practice guidelines.
• Ensures procedures are performed safely and with the highest quality standards, maintaining a consistent focus on patient‑centric care.
• Assists in preparing patients for procedures and providing comfort.
• Acts as a scrub tech while assisting Providers during procedures.
• Maintains a strict sterile field adhering to safety protocols.
• Responds to inquiries from patients and family members, provides clear information regarding diagnostic testing and expected result timelines.
• Collaborates with team members across OU Health including Providers to provide exceptional patient care.
• Conducts post‑testing quality reviews to confirm that all required elements are completed, documented and align with departmental and accreditation standards.
• Transfers images and data to the appropriate electronic health system, enters technical data/findings and prepares study for reporting by physician.
• Performs quality control checks, cleaning, disinfecting and other equipment maintenance tasks per manufacturer instructions for use and other regulatory guidelines.
• Assists with quality assurance, audits and performance improvement tasks as requested.
• Provides on‑call clinical coverage outside regularly scheduled duty hours on weekdays, weekends and holidays as assigned.
• May support OU Health's academic partnerships by actively engaging in teaching of students in the radiologic program.
• May serve as a departmental preceptor to provide instruction and mentorship to new or less experienced team members.
• Assists with onboarding of new team members.

General Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Tech I Minimum Qualifications

• Education: A graduate of post‑secondary educational program in a health science (includes, but not limited to, cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology, or paramedic/EMT) as defined by ARRT or CCI.
• Completion of JRCERT accredited Military Educational Program is accepted in lieu of other educational requirements.
• Experience: No experience required.
• License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
• ARRT(RT), RCES or RCIS certification required within 18 months of hire.

Tech II Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s Degree required.
• Experience: At least 3 years of experience in interventional radiography or invasive cardiology required.
• License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
• One of the following certifications required at hire: ARRT(RT)(VI), ARRT(RT)(CI), RCES issued by CCI or RCIS issued by CCI.

Tech III Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s Degree required.
• Experience: At least 5 years of experience in interventional radiography or invasive cardiology required.
• License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
• One of the following certifications required at hire: ARRT(RT)(VI), ARRT(RT)(CI), RCES issued by CCI or RCIS issued by CCI.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in applying principles of medical imaging, positioning of patients and medical ethics.
• Applies core knowledge and understanding of anatomy and physiology associated with specialty imaging procedures.
• Demonstrates ability and skill to apply theory, practices and techniques to perform, post‑process, analyze and annotate study data or procedure documentation.
• Applies knowledge of sterile fields consistently ensuring a safe environment for the patient.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age and patient populations served.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to apply HIPAA guidelines and standards.
• Ability to prioritize and complete clinical or non‑clinical work assignments.
• Ability to multi‑task and remain calm in stressful situations.
• Ability to work as part of a diverse team and communicate effectively with others.
• Displays consistency and dependability by reporting to work as scheduled.
• Ability to be sensitive to patients’ physical and psychological needs.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and work accurately with names, numbers, and codes.

Company Overview

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.

OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care.

OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute–Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community.

Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S.News & World Report in its 2020‑21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S.News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure.

OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day.

We provide clinical and non‑clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.