Radiologic Technologist - Interventional Radiology

Carle Health; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 49,070 - 84,405; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Carle Health in Urbana, Illinois is seeking a Registered Radiologic Technologist to provide care in the Heart & Vascular Institute. Responsibilities include administering contrast material, assisting physicians, and maintaining sterile procedures. Candidates should have an Associate’s Degree or Radiologic Technology certificate, and be licensed in Illinois.

The compensation range is $35.62 to $61.27 per hour, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package. This role demands effective communication and manual dexterity.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in a related field or Certificate of Completion in Radiologic Technology.
• Registered in Radiography (R) – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year – American Heart Association (AHA).

Responsibilities

• Administers contrast material according to physician’s request.
• Documents accurately and completely per established policies.
• Performs all essential functions of the Radiologic Technologist.

Skills

Effective communication

Manual dexterity

Capacity to learn and retain information

Education

Associate’s Degree in a related field

Registered in Radiography (R) - ARRT

Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Illinois

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year

Job description

Overview

Registered Radiologic Technologist is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for patients for a designated time frame and provides care, specifically in the Heart & Vascular Institute. The patient population consists of those requiring invasive cardiology or invasive radiology studies. The technologist will assist the physician in all procedures and provide a valuable service to the patient and the team.

Qualifies for a sign‑on bonus.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in a related field
• or Certificate of Completion in Radiologic Technology
• Registered in Radiography (R) – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist – Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year – American Heart Association (AHA)

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

• Capacity to learn and retain information regarding patient care and procedures
• Effective communication, following directions, and completing detailed work accurately
• Demonstrates compassion and caring in dealing with others
• Manual dexterity to handle small supplies

Responsibilities

• Administers contrast material (when applicable) according to physician’s request and responds to hypersensitivity or allergic reactions
• All functions and duties performed under the direct supervision of a physicist or dosimetrist
• Assists with inventory and supplies
• Checks for correct patient and chart identification, diagnosis, and treatment position
• Compiles pertinent clinical information for laboratory, pathology, etc.
• Assists in instruction of new staff as necessary
• Documents accurately and completely per established policies and procedures
• Explains procedure to patient and provides patient care—comfort, support, safety, and confidentiality
• Performs all essential functions of the Radiologic Technologist
• Performs on‑call duties and/or variable shifts as assigned to meet department needs
• Maintains a sterile field during procedures
• Administers and holds contrast and treatment as appropriate; assesses patients for allergies
• Pulls supplies for procedures
• Takes call within 6 months
• Cardiac cath lab work, including left heart cath, right heart cath, pericardiocentesis, vascular access, and structural heart procedures such as TAVR, Watchman, MitraClip, Triclip, ASD/PFO, and CardioMEMS
• Hybrid peripheral vascular work in coordination with vascular surgery (e.g., EVAR, TCAR, TEVAR)
• Utilizes adjunctive tools such as ICUS, FFR/iFR, lithotripsy, laser, rota, Impella, IABP, OCT, and CTO

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $35.62 per hour to $61.27 per hour. This represents a good‑faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will depend on factors such as experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and the compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more information, visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Carle Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E‑Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization. For more information, contact [e-mail].