Job Title: Radiology Interventional Technologist (IR Tech)
Location: Detroit, Michigan, 48202
Assignment Length: 13 Weeks
Shift: 08:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Job Summary

Under the direction of a Radiologist, the Interventional Radiology Technologist specializes in assisting with minimally invasive, image-guided procedures. This role involves patient preparation, sterile technique, equipment operation, and collaboration with the clinical team to ensure high-quality diagnostic and therapeutic outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Explain procedures to patients and ensure proper preparation

• Obtain and review relevant patient medical history and clinical data

• Prepare and manage contrast media, medications, and IV solutions

• Set up procedure rooms, imaging equipment, and sterile supplies

• Assist the Radiologist during complex interventional procedures

• Operate imaging equipment to obtain accurate diagnostic images

• Maintain sterile fields and adhere to infection control protocols

• Monitor patient condition before, during, and after procedures

• Apply radiation safety and ALARA principles

• Ensure adequate stocking and replenishment of procedural supplies

• Resolve imaging exceptions and ensure proper image transfer to PACS

• Complete study documentation and workflow tasks within RIS

• Perform Quality Assurance activities as required

• Support training of new staff or students when assigned

• Maintain accurate clinical and billing-related documentation

• Exercise independent judgment in imaging techniques, positioning, and safety practices

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Interventional Radiology / Cath Lab experience

• Prior experience in a Level I Trauma facility – Required

• Cath Lab experience – Required

• Must function specifically as an IR Technologist (not general X-ray)

Education

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required

• Continuing Medical Education (CME) compliance required

Certifications & Licensure

• ARRT – Required

• Advanced ARRT registry in one of the following preferred:

  • Cardiac-Interventional (CI)

  • Vascular-Interventional (VI)

  • Cardiovascular-Interventional (CV)

• BLS (Healthcare Provider) – Required

• Additional ARRT specializations – Highly Preferred