Travel Interventional Radiology Technologist - $2,406 per week

Travel assignment for an Interventional Radiology Technologist in Lafayette, Louisiana.

About the role

This position is part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for operating the heart catheterization laboratory suite. The role involves operating diagnostic fluoroscopy and cardiac equipment, monitoring patient vitals, performing routine calculations, circulating, and assisting the physician during procedures. The technologist will prepare procedure rooms, equipment, and patients, and act as a liaison to the hospital Radiation Safety Officer (RSO).

Responsibilities

• Assist the team in patient setup and prep before procedures and take down/clean up post-procedure using safe patient transfer and positioning techniques.
• Document in procedure log to reflect accurate procedure and interventions for billing and charge capture.
• Operate radiographic fluoroscopy equipment to obtain diagnostic images of coronary artery disease and peripheral vascular disease.
• Conduct hemodynamic monitoring of patients during procedures and report values to the performing physician.
• Monitor delivery of radiation dose to patients to ensure safe delivery with minimal exposure to staff.
• Transmit, archive, and retrieve digital images in picture archiving and communicating systems (PACS).
• Perform quality control standards using optimum diagnostic imaging and regular maintenance of fluoroscopy equipment.
• Adapt behavior to specific patient populations, respecting privacy, communication style, and obtaining necessary permissions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree in radiologic sciences (Bachelor's degree preferred).
• 2 years of experience as an allied health professional.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a highly stressful atmosphere.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to perform complex tasks and detect equipment malfunctions.
• Knowledge of and compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory radiation requirements.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekends, holidays, on-call availability).

Qualifications

• Registered Radiologic Technologist in the state of practice.
• Registration from The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• IR and neuro IR experience; ability to scrub and circulate during cases.

Schedule

• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days