Interventional Radiology Tech

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is dedicated to eliminating cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through integrated patient care, research, prevention, and education. The Interventional Radiology Technologist plays an essential role in supporting advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures that contribute directly to this mission.

UT MD Anderson's Interventional Radiology department performs specialized vascular and non-vascular procedures using advanced imaging technologies and minimally invasive treatment techniques. The Interventional Radiology Technologist collaborates with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary clinical teams to deliver high-quality patient care. The Interventional Radiology Technologist maintains expertise in complex imaging systems, procedural support, patient safety, compliance standards, and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate for the Interventional Radiology Technologist role possesses strong technical expertise in imaging-guided interventions, demonstrates excellent patient care and communication skills, maintains required professional licensure and certifications, and has experience working in a fast-paced procedural environment utilizing multiple imaging modalities and specialized interventional equipment.

Shift / Hours:

Monday - Friday / 7:30am - 6pm (rotating 8 and 10 hour shifts)

Why Us?

As an Interventional Radiology Technologist at UT MD Anderson, you will support innovative minimally invasive procedures that enhance patient outcomes while contributing to one of the nation's leading cancer care environments. This role offers opportunities to develop advanced technical skills, participate in educational and research initiatives, collaborate with highly specialized teams, and build a meaningful career aligned with an organization committed to excellence in patient care, research, education, and prevention.
• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Technical & Patient Care
• Perform interventional radiology studies and procedures in accordance with departmental guidelines and protocols
• Maintain advanced competency in CT, Ultrasound, Fluoroscopy, MR, and invasive imaging procedures
• Operate ancillary equipment including ablation units, thrombectomy systems, power injectors, and multi-planar navigation systems
• Review medical records, laboratory values, and procedural documentation to support continuity of care
• Assess patients before procedures and verify allergies, contraindications, and GFR requirements for contrast administration
• Assist physicians and nursing staff during angiography, biopsies, drainages, and other interventional procedures
• Administer contrast media using power injectors, hand injections, and oral administration methods as required
• Identify and respond to patient risks, adverse reactions, infiltrations, and procedural complications
• Maintain sterile fields and aseptic technique throughout all procedures
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of vascular anatomy, cross-sectional anatomy, ultrasound imaging, and procedural indications

Operations, Documentation & Workflow
• Utilize RIS, ClinicStation, Forms Anywhere, and other clinical systems to support patient care activities
• Prepare all required procedural documentation accurately and efficiently
• Verify image availability prior to submitting studies for dictation
• Enter and edit patient demographics accurately and report variances immediately
• Promote efficient patient flow and maximize procedure room utilization
• Complete procedure-related tasks within established timeframes and request assistance when needed
• Provide comprehensive hand-offs at shift changes and periods of relief
• Support orientation and training of new staff and student technologists

Quality, Compliance & Safety
• Maintain required licenses and certifications and comply with institutional standards
• Conduct daily quality assurance checks on imaging equipment
• Report equipment malfunctions and maintain accurate equipment error logs
• Adjust technical imaging parameters to optimize image quality
• Adhere to patient identification, labeling, specimen handling, site marking, and universal protocol requirements
• Comply with Joint Commission, Diagnostic Imaging, Interventional Radiology, and organizational policies and procedures
• Clean procedure rooms and equipment between patients
• Report safety concerns, policy variances, and procedural issues to leadership and physicians promptly
• Demonstrate professional conduct, appropriate attendance, and compliance with dress code requirements

Inventory Management & Coding
• Maintain inventory levels for procedural supplies and linens
• Verify expiration dates and rotate stock appropriately to minimize waste
• Identify and utilize procedure-related catheters, guidewires, stents, and specialty supplies appropriately
• Document supplies accurately within inventory and RIS systems to support patient billing and reimbursement
• Apply Interventional Radiology CPT codes and coding modifiers correctly
• Demonstrate knowledge of selective catheterization coding, vascular families, modality guidance, drainage coding, supervision and interpretation coding, bundled codes, and moderate sedation coding
• Report inventory variances and supply concerns to leadership

Communication, Education & Professional Development
• Communicate clearly and professionally with patients, families, physicians, staff, and referring services
• Utilize telephone, paging, and departmental communication systems effectively
• Deliver exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders
• Participate in departmental meetings and quality initiatives
• Coach, mentor, and train students, technologists, and staff members
• Support educational activities involving patients, families, residents, coworkers, volunteers, and students
• Assist with research projects including imaging, data collection, reporting, and documentation
• Assume leadership responsibilities when needed in the absence of a supervisor
• Complete professional development activities, special projects, and additional assignments as directed

EDUCATION

• Required: Graduation from an American Medical Association (AMA) and American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) approved school of Radiology Technology.
• Preferred: Associate's Degree Diagnostic Imaging or Radiography.
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Diagnostic Imaging or Radiography.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: 3 years As a registered Radiologic Technologist. or
• Required: 1 year Interventional radiology experience. or
• Required: 1 year Registered Technologist experience in any modality with preferred Associate's degree.
• Required: With preferred Bachelor's degree, no experience required.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Required: ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Upon Hire and
• Required: CMRT - Cert Medical Radiologic Tech Licensed by the Texas Medical Board (TMB) as a Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist (CMRT). Upon Hire and
• Required: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or
• Required: CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation Upon Hire

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.