Travel Interventional Radiology Technologist - Thomasville, North Carolina

A specialized opportunity is available for an Interventional Radiology Technologist with a minimum of two years' experience in IR Body or IR Neuro, preferably at a Level 1 Trauma Center. This contract position is located in Thomasville, NC, supporting a high-acuity academic medical center known for its trauma, stroke, and cancer care programs.


Key Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum 2 years specific experience in Interventional Radiology (IR Body/IR Neuro) at a Level 1 Trauma Center
• National certification as ARRT-R or RCIS required, with current BLS certification
• Proven skills in scrubbing and assisting during IR procedures, circulating within the room by operating equipment and providing supplies
• Comfortable working alongside new graduates and supporting preceptorship
• Experience with comprehensive stroke, cancer, tumor, and trauma-related IR procedures advantageous

Location Details: Situated near Winston-Salem, NC, this medical center features 885 licensed beds and is a Level 1 Trauma Designation facility. It is an academic medical center with a Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center designation, performing 45-50 interventional radiology cases daily across eight specialized IR rooms. The local area offers a blend of community charm and city access, providing a welcoming environment for professionals relocating or traveling for assignments.


Responsibilities:

• Perform and assist with a wide range of interventional radiology procedures, including embolizations, thrombectomies, biopsies, and vascular interventions
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams including neuro-radiologists, neurosurgeons, and body interventionalists
• Utilize advanced imaging equipment such as Siemens, GE, Philips systems, and maintain proficiency with Epic Encompass EMR
• Participate in on-call rotations and weekend duty as scheduled to support 24/7 patient care needs
• Support department operations including room turnover, documentation, and equipment management, aided by dedicated tech extenders

Schedule and Call:

• Various shift options: three 12-hour shifts, four 10-hour shifts (8:00 am-6:30 pm), or five 8-hour shifts (8:00 am-4:30 pm)
• On-call 3-4 days per month; weekend call scheduled approximately every 5th-6th weekend covering Friday evening through Monday morning
• Holiday coverage required for about 75% of assigned holidays
• Schedule cycles refresh every 4-6 weeks with manager approval required for time off requests

Additional Perks:

• Free parking on-site
• Supportive team environment with robust orientation up to two weeks to onboard new staff
• Hospital provides all required scrubbing attire

This position welcomes first-time travelers and offers a dynamic workplace where proficiency and adaptability in a green department are valued. Candidates who thrive in a learning-focused environment and desire to contribute to cutting-edge interventional care will find this opportunity rewarding.


Qualified professionals are encouraged to apply promptly to explore this rewarding contract assignment in a thriving healthcare setting.