Per Diem Interventional/Cardiac Radiology Technologist - IR Tech

University-Medical-Center-of-Southern-Nevada; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

University Medical Center of Southern Nevada in Las Vegas seeks a Per Diem Radiology Technologist to support interventional radiology procedures and assist physicians in diagnostic and interventional cases. This role involves performing radiographic exams in the cardiac cath lab and related suites, while upholding radiation safety and patient care standards.

Ideal candidates hold ARRT registration in Radiography; RCIS/RCES certification is preferred with relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of AMA-approved Radiologic Technology Program; ARRT registration in Radiography.
• RCIS certification with two years of cardiac cath lab experience (RCES acceptable).
• BLS certification; Nevada radiology license may be required for Special Procedure labs; ARRT registration required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in advanced diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Perform diagnostic exams in interventional radiology areas including cardiac cath lab.
• Assist with diagnostic angiography and interventional neuro-imaging procedures.

Skills

Interventional radiology

Cardiac catheterization

Radiology safety

Patient positioning

Aseptic technique

Communication

Education

ARRT Registered in Radiography

RCIS/RCES certification (preferred)

Job description

PER DIEM OPENING

THIS POSITION MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED

As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients.

UMC is home to Nevada's ONLYNonprofit Level I Trauma Center, Verified Burn Center, and Multi-Organ Transplant Center. In 2026, we became the FIRSTand ONLYMagnet®-Recognized hospital in the state, reflecting UMC's nursing professionalism, teamwork, and superiority in patient care.

Position Summary:

Assists physicians in advanced diagnostic and interventional procedures. Performs diagnostic exams on patients in the specialized areas of interventional radiology including cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, vascular interventions, neuro-interventions, and other specialized procedures. Assists with diagnostic angiography, neuro-interventional, and other invasive procedures.

Education/Experience:

Successful completion of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology Program for Radiology Technologists (ARRT) Registered in Radiography. OR Graduate from an accredited registered cardiovascular invasive specialist program and two (2) years of experience in a cardiac Cath lab for RCIS-certified individuals.

Licensing/Certification Requirements:

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification accepted by the American Heart Association (AHA). For those assigned in Special Procedure/Interventional Radiology Lab - State of Nevada License in Radiology and valid American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) Registered in Radiography. For those assigned in Cardiac Cath Lab - State of Nevada License in Radiology and Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist or (RCES) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International or ARRT.

Knowledge of:

Procedures and protocols associated with radiation; specialized equipment used in interventional cases; cardiovascular procedures; hemodynamic waveforms, cardiac pressures, valve area calculations, catheter curves, and rated burst pressures; anatomy and physiology of the human body; contrast application and contrast reaction symptoms; venipuncture techniques; quality assurance and quality control measures; neuro-body disease; aseptic techniques and sterile field setup; vascular anatomy, pressures; catheter curves; rated burst pressures and compliance; personal computers; department and hospital safety practices and principles; patient rights; age specific patient care practices; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures.

Skill in:

Utilizing computers and specialized application software for scanning and diagnostic evaluation; utilizing specialized equipment and techniques for diagnostic evaluation; reading and interpreting cardiac rhythms, vascular imaging, and diagnostic evaluations; performing interventional and diagnostic procedures using advanced techniques and equipment; positioning patients to maximize procedural outcomes; applying aseptic techniques; positioning patients properly to maximize results; instructing patients about procedures and post-procedure rules and guidelines; performing interventional procedures; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Mobility to work in a typical clinical setting and use standard equipment, stamina to remain standing and/or walk for extended periods of time, vision to read printed materials and computer screens, hearing and speech to communicate effectively in-person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification.