Travel Interventional Radiology Technologist - Cardiac Interventional Radiology

Newsandtribune; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an Interventional Radiology Technologist for a Cardiac Interventional Radiology role in Louisiana. The position requires 2+ years of IR experience, BLS, ARRT/RCIS, LA state license (temporary LSRT accepted), and Epic proficiency.

Teaching hospital background and fluency with IR/Cath lab procedures are preferred. The role includes 5x8 shifts 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, call and weekend requirements, and opportunities to work across Diagnostic Cardiac Cath Lab, EP Lab,

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of interventional radiology experience.
• BLS; ARRT or RCIS certification accepted.
• ARRT certification and LA State License required (temporary LSRT accepted).
• Epic charting experience required.
• Teaching hospital experience preferred.
• Proficient in venous access, port access/management, central venous and PICC line care.
• Skilled in EKG lead placement, equipment setup, monitoring and arrhythmia recognition.
• Experience with vascular closure systems (Perclose, StarClose) preferred.
• Familiarity with IR, cardiac cath lab, EP, neurological, and genitourinary procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interventional Radiology unit performing 16-20 cases per day.
• 5x8 hour day shifts from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
• Call requirement of 1 day per week.
• 4-6 weekend shifts required.
• May float to Cath Lab.
• Work settings include Diagnostic Cardiac Cath Lab, Electrophysiology Lab, Interventional Cardiac Cath Lab, and Interventional Radiology.
• Utilizes fluoroscopy (Siemens), CT, Philips X-ray, Philips Xper, and PACS systems.
• Responsibilities include scrubbing and maintaining sterile fields, room circulating, and preparing access sites for a wide range of interventional procedures.
• Exposure to advanced cardiac cath lab and EP procedures such as TAVR, Impella, ECMO, PCI, and cardiac ablation.
• Involvement in vascular, neurological, and genitourinary interventional studies including embolization, stent placement, and thrombectomy.
• Must follow isolation precautions and PPE protocols and may participate in rapid response/code teams.
• Responsible for maintaining equipment, stocking supplies, and managing inventory.
• Permanent staff must be separated from the health system for at least 1 year before being eligible for travel positions.
• Local candidates within 75 miles are accepted at the local rate.

Skills

BLS

ARRT/RCIS

Epic proficiency

Interventional radiology

Education

LA State License

LSRT (temporary)

Tools

Siemens fluoroscopy

Philips Xper

PACS

CT

Job description

American Traveler is hiring an Interventional Radiology Technologist for a Cardiac Interventional Radiology role requiring 2+ years experience and Epic proficiency.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• BLS required; ARRT or RCIS accepted
• ARRT certification and LA State License required (license required if applicable; temporary LSRT accepted, 3-5 day issuance)
• Epic charting experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Proficient in venous access, port accessing/management, central venous and PICC line care and maintenance
• Skilled in procedural responsibilities including EKG lead placement, equipment set up, accurate monitoring, and recognition of life-threatening arrhythmias
• Experience with vascular closure systems (Perclose, StarClose) preferred
• Familiarity with a broad range of IR, cardiac cath lab, EP, neurological, and genitourinary procedures preferred

Responsibilities

• Interventional Radiology unit performing 16-20 cases per day
• 5x8 hour day shifts from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Call requirement of 1 day per week
• 4-6 weekend shifts required
• May float to Cath Lab
• Work settings include Diagnostic Cardiac Cath Lab, Electrophysiology Lab, Interventional Cardiac Cath Lab, and Interventional Radiology
• Utilizes fluoroscopy (Siemens), CT, Philips X-ray, Philips Xper, and PACS systems
• Responsibilities include scrubbing and maintaining sterile fields, room circulating, and preparing access sites for a wide range of interventional procedures
• Exposure to advanced cardiac cath lab and EP procedures such as TAVR, Impella, ECMO, PCI, and cardiac ablation
• Involvement in vascular, neurological, and genitourinary interventional studies including embolization, stent placement, and thrombectomy
• Must follow isolation precautions and PPE protocols and may participate in rapid response/code teams
• Responsible for maintaining equipment, stocking supplies, and managing inventory
• Permanent staff must be separated from the health system for at least 1 year before being eligible for travel positions
• Local candidates within 75 miles are accepted at the local rate

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job ID: P-753127

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