Travel Cath Lab / IR Technologist - $2,967 per week

Thrive Staffing; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Staffing is seeking an experienced Cath Lab / Interventional Radiology (IR) Technologist for a 13-week travel assignment in the United States. The role requires day shifts (8 hours) with an on-call rotation for weeknights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited radiology program, IEMA-DNS radiography accreditation, ARRt certification (including VI or CI), and BLS/ACLS/PALS. NIHSS is preferred. Minimum 2 years of experience is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiology program and IEMA-DNS radiography accreditation.
• ARRT certification is required; ARRt VI or ARRT CI is required.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications are required; NIHSS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient identification and signed informed procedural consent.
• Identify allergies and contrast reaction history before procedures.
• Verify sterile supplies and medications integrity and expiration.
• Prepare equipment for sterilization and monitor vitals pre/post-procedure.
• Scrub in with physician using sterile techniques to prevent infection.
• Advocate radiation safety and document fluoroscopy times and doses.
• Position patients/equipment to optimize image quality.
• Acquire and process digital images and assist with ultrasound guidance.

Education

Graduate of an accredited radiology program

IEMA-DNS radiography accreditation

ARRT certification

ARRT VI or ARRT CI certification

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

NIHSS certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cath Lab Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Cath Lab / IR Technologist

We are seeking an experienced Cath Lab / Interventional Radiology (IR) Technologist for an exciting opportunity. The ideal candidate should have experience working at a Level 1 Trauma Center.

This position is for day shift and includes an on-call rotation for weeknights, weekends, and holidays. The candidate will receive training in various specialties including Interventional Cardiology, Interventional Neurology, Interventional Radiology, and Electrophysiology.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Verify patient identification and ensure the presence of signed informed procedural consent.
• Identify allergies and history of contrast reactions prior to procedures by reviewing patient records and interviewing the patient.
• Verify the integrity and expiration of sterile supplies and medications.
• Prepare equipment for sterilization and monitor vital signs pre- and post-procedure.
• Participate in pre-procedural time-out activities to ensure patient safety.
• Prepare patient access sites using sterile drapes and covers, while maintaining patient comfort and familiarity with the equipment.
• Select appropriate contrast agents in coordination with the physician and operate automatic contrast injectors.
• Assist in administering injectable medications, including analgesics and anticoagulants, as directed by physician orders.
• Recognize and respond to patient emergencies, monitoring and maintaining medical equipment during procedures.
• Scrub in with the physician using sterile techniques to help prevent infection.
• Advocate for radiation safety, wear personnel radiation dosimeters, and document fluoroscopy times and radiation doses.
• Position patients and imaging equipment to achieve desired projections while optimizing image quality.
• Acquire and process digital images and assist with ultrasound guidance for vascular access or biopsies.
• Monitor and record all procedural data, including managed medications and complications.
• Provide post-procedural care, including applying pressure to puncture sites and assisting with vascular closure devices.
• Offer practical instruction for students and peers as needed.

Education and Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiology program.
• IEMA-DNS radiography accreditation required.
• ARRT(R) certification is required.
• ARRT(VI) or ARRT(CI) certification is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• ACLS certification is required.
• PALS certification is required.
• NIHSS certification is preferred.

Shift Information

This position entails day shifts with an on‑call rotation, including holiday coverage.

Minimum Experience Required

A minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role is required.

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19098253. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Radiology:Special Procedures Tech,08:00:00-16:00:00

About Thrive Staffing

At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.