Interventional/Vascular Radiologic Technologist

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability coverage

Retirement Savings

Certification and education support

Job summary

University of Virginia Health is seeking an Interventional Radiology Technologist to support diagnostic and therapeutic interventional procedures. You will prepare patients, maintain sterile technique, operate imaging systems, and assist physicians during complex cases.

The role requires radiography education, ARRT (VI) eligibility, and 2 years IR experience; strong teamwork and patient communication are essential in this academic medical center.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiography program.
• Must be eligible for ARRT (VI) certification.
• Experience: 2 years Interventional Radiology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supporting a wide range of interventional radiology procedures, from vascular and nonvascular interventions to emergent and scheduled cases.
• Preparing procedure rooms, imaging equipment, and supplies to ensure readiness for high acuity and time sensitive cases.
• Positioning patients and operating fluoroscopic and related imaging systems to produce high-quality images that guide real-time clinical decision making.
• Maintaining strict adherence to radiation safety, infection prevention, and sterile technique standards.
• Anticipating physician and team needs during procedures to promote efficiency, safety, and optimal outcomes.
• Communicating clearly with patients and families to explain procedures, reduce anxiety, and support a positive care experience.
• Collaborating closely with interventional radiologists, nurses, anesthesia teams, trainees, and other allied health professionals.
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives and supporting the academic mission through interaction with students and residents.

Skills

Radiography

ARRT certification

BLS certification

Education

Associate’s Degree in Radiography

Job description

Advanced Procedures. High Acuity Care. Academic Medicine at Its Best.

Interventional Radiology Technologists at UVA Health are integral members of a highly specialized, physician led care team, delivering minimally invasive, image guided procedures that directly change the course of patient care. This role is ideal for technologists who thrive in complexity, value precision, and want to practice in an academic medical center where innovation, teamwork, and clinical excellence are the standard.

A Role That Matches the Complexity of Your Skills

Interventional Radiology is where imaging expertise meets procedural medicine. At UVA Health, IR Technologists support a broad and sophisticated procedural portfolio in a fast-paced environment that demands technical mastery, critical thinking, and seamless collaboration. This position offers the opportunity to work at the top of your license while contributing to lifesaving, organ preserving, and quality of life-enhancing interventions.

The Role

As an Interventional Radiology Technologist, you will support diagnostic and therapeutic interventional procedures by preparing patients, maintaining sterile technique, operating imaging equipment, and assisting physicians throughout complex cases.

Your day-to-day work includes:

• Supporting a wide range of interventional radiology procedures, from vascular and nonvascular interventions to emergent and scheduled cases
• Preparing procedure rooms, imaging equipment, and supplies to ensure readiness for high acuity and time sensitive cases
• Positioning patients and operating fluoroscopic and related imaging systems to produce high-quality images that guide real-time clinical decision making
• Maintaining strict adherence to radiation safety, infection prevention, and sterile technique standards
• Anticipating physician and team needs during procedures to promote efficiency, safety, and optimal outcomes
• Communicating clearly with patients and families to explain procedures, reduce anxiety, and support a positive care experience
• Collaborating closely with interventional radiologists, nurses, anesthesia teams, trainees, and other allied health professionals
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives and supporting the academic mission through interaction with students and residents

An average day may include scheduled procedural cases, emergent add-ons, trauma-related interventions, and coordination across multiple clinical teams. The pace is dynamic, the work is hands‑on, and the impact is immediate.

Why UVA Health

UVA Health is a Magnet recognized, Level 1 trauma center and nationally respected academic medical center where Interventional Radiology plays a critical role in advanced patient care.

This role stands out because:

• Academic Medicine Environment: You’ll work side‑by‑side with leading interventional radiologists, fellows, and residents in a teaching hospital that values clinical excellence and professional development
• Advanced Technology and Innovation: UVA Health Radiology is known for investing in advanced imaging platforms and interventional technologies that support complex, high‑risk procedures
• High Acuity, High Impact Work: As a Level 1 trauma center and NCI‑designated cancer center, UVA Health relies on IR technologists for emergent, oncologic, and specialty interventions that directly affect patient outcomes
• Magnet Culture: Collaboration, respect for allied health expertise, and shared accountability are foundational to how care is delivered
• Strategic Importance: Interventional Radiology is central to UVA Health’s ability to provide minimally invasive alternatives, reduce hospital stays, and improve recovery for complex patient populations

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates, supporting a smooth transition to UVA Health and the Charlottesville community.

Why People Love Living in Charlottesville

Charlottesville offers an exceptional quality of life for healthcare professionals seeking balance alongside career growth. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area provides easy access to hiking, outdoor recreation, and scenic beauty, while also offering a vibrant food and wine scene, arts and music culture, and the energy of a university community. With a welcoming atmosphere, strong schools, and a cost of living that remains approachable compared to larger metropolitan areas, Charlottesville is a place where professionals and families can truly put down roots.

Individual Contributors

Individual contributors with responsibility in a clinical discipline or specialty. Typically involves diagnosing, treating, and caring for patients, and often include face‑to‑face interactions with patients. May also spend some time designing and implementing clinical programs, policies, and services using specialized knowledge and skills. Specialty license or certification required which is acquired through advanced education, training and/or experience. This career stream will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory technologist jobs.

Requires basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and require vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision. Problems are typically of a routine nature but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures. Communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Graduate of an accredited program in Radiography required; Associate’s Degree in Radiography preferred. Must be eligible for ARRT (VI) certification.

Experience: experience required; 2 years Interventional Radiology experience is preferred.

Licensure: Registered Radiologic Technologist through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT R.T.) required. ARRT (VI) certification required within one year of hire. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing and sitting for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to, fumes, cold, heat, radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The pay range for this role is $41.00 - $56.50 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health (https://jobs.virginia.edu/why-uva-health) is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a Level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide (https://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/area/va/university-of-virginia-medical-center-6344000) rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s (https://jobs.virginia.edu/uva-childrens) is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report (https://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/area/va/university-of-virginia-childrens-hospital-PA6344000) as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment (https://eocr.virginia.edu/notice-non-discrimination-and-equal-opportunity).