Travel Interventional Radiology Technologist

Company: TalentBurst, Inc
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: July 6, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a travel Interventional Radiology Technologist for a travel job in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Interventional Radiology Technologist - Discipline: Allied Health Professional - Start Date: ASAP - Duration: 13 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 10 hours, days - Employment Type: Travel Title-Rad Tech-Cath/IR Locations-Baton Rouge, LA 70816, USA Shift-8 - 10 hour shifts On-call shifts for after hours, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays on a rotating basis. Job Description: This job, as a part of a multidisciplinary team, assumes responsibility for the operation of the heart catheterization laboratory suite. Operates diagnostic fluoroscopy and various types of cardiac equipment, monitors patient vitals, performs routine calculations, circulates, and assists the physician during the procedure upon request. Prepares the procedure rooms, equipment, and patient for the procedure. Acts as liaison to the hospital Radiation Safety Officer (RSO). Education: Required – Associate degree in radiologic sciences. Preferred – Bachelor's degree in radiologic sciences Experience: Required – 2 years of experience as an allied health professional. Certifications Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA). Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA) within 6 months of hire. Registered Radiologic Technologist in the state of practice AND registration from The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT). KSAs: Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications. Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to be detail-oriented, perform complex tasks which may be hazardous to the patient's welfare and detect equipment malfunctions. Interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively and courteously with a diverse group of internal/external visitors in a highly stressful atmosphere. Ability to learn new procedures. Knowledge of and complies with all federal, state, and local regulatory radiation requirements. Ability to work flexible schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability). Job Duties: Assists the team in patient setup and prep before the procedures and take down/clean up post-procedure using safe patient transfer and positioning techniques. Documents in procedure log to reflect accurate procedure and interventions to ensure accurate billing and charge capture. Operates radiographic fluoroscopy equipment to obtain diagnostic images of coronary artery disease and peripheral vascular disease. Conducts hemodynamic monitoring of patient during procedure and reporting values to performing physician. Monitors delivery of radiation dose to patient to achieve safe delivery with minimal exposure to staff. Transmits, archives, and retrieves digital images in picture archiving and communicating systems (PACS). Performs quality control standards by using the optimum diagnostic imaging and performing regular maintenance of fluoroscopy equipment. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style. Performs other related duties as assigned. Physical and Environmental Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role. Must be able to complete ALL Card Cath procedures, independently, including PPM, ICD's, peripheral, vascular, IR procedures. Must be able to perform radial and femoral approach. Specialized skills include Impella, Penumbra, Inari, IABP, Angiojet, Rotoblator, Laser, ShockWave, CO2 commander, and more. Must live Ochsner's values of patients first, compassion, integrity, excellence, teamwork, and inclusivity, and assume the role of a dedicated, full-time employee. First week Orientation can be at any area facility. In-unit training will be at the actual site of work. Candidate needs to be able to travel to the sites in the area for orientation as need be. First day instructions are sent directly to the candidate from the client HR team latest by Friday 2 pm before the Monday start. Minimum guarantee is 90% of the shift hours TB_HC Talent Burst Job ID 25-33458. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Rad Tech-Cath/IR About TalentBurst, Inc TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape. Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive. Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.

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