Interventional Radiology Technologist- Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital-Lakeland, FL

Interventional Radiology Technologist Orlando Health

The Interventional Radiology Technologist provides high-quality, patient-centered imaging and procedural support for diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures. This role works collaboratively with interventional radiologists, registered nurses, and the multidisciplinary IR team to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality procedures while upholding Orlando Health's standards of excellence. The IR Technologist is responsible for operating imaging equipment, maintaining sterile technique, preparing procedural supplies, assisting physicians during complex interventions, and ensuring optimal image quality and radiation safety in a fast-paced, technologically advanced environment.

Key highlights:

• Perform imaging and technical support before, during, and after interventional radiology procedures
• Operate fluoroscopy and other imaging modalities while adhering to radiation safety standards
• Assist physicians during interventional and diagnostic IR procedures, including vascular and non-vascular cases
• Prepare procedure rooms, maintain sterile fields, and ensure equipment and supplies are ready and functioning
• Monitor patients during procedures in collaboration with nursing staff and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition
• Accurately document procedures, contrast usage, and imaging data
• Participate in on-call coverage as required

Opening Summer 2026 at 4000 Lakeland Highlands Road, Lakeland, FL.

Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital a state-of-the-art, seven-story, multi-specialty hospital will serve as a vital 550,000 square-foot healthcare hub offering:

• 300+ inpatient beds and 69 emergency and observation beds
• 11 operating rooms and four cardiac interventional suites
• Dedicated labor and delivery services including a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) that will debut shortly after the hospital opens
• Comprehensive cardiovascular, neurology, and oncology services
• Advanced surgical procedures

Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in Polk County as part of the Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital opening team and share in the privilege of saying you were there from the very beginning.

Benefits that begin on Day 1:

• Four (4) weeks paid parental leave
• Debt-free degrees through our Preferred Education Program
• Tuition reimbursement and loan repayment programs
• Back-up childcare and elder care
• Fertility benefits and adoption assistance
• NCLEX reimbursement
• Free NCPDs for RN license
• Free Kaplan review courses
• Dedicated RN career counselor and GN Coordinators to develop you
• Specialty certifications reimbursement
• And more!

Responsibilities:

• Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care.
• Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures and protocols.
• Assists the physician in producing diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention.
• Ensures that the patient's education of procedure performed, needs, safety and comfort are met while in their care.
• Complies with all state and federal regulations applicable to each modality.
• Adheres to Orlando Health mission statements and commitment to excellence standards.
• Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patients' rights and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all-procedural changes and equipment updates.
• Participates in process improvement activities as assigned.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.
• Provides patient transport.

Qualifications:

• Education/Training: Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• Licensure/Certification: Valid Certified Radiologic Technologist licensure by the State of Florida and Valid American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification and Maintains current BLS/Healthcare provider certification.
• Experience: None.