Interventional Radiologic Technologist

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks an Interventional Radiologic Technologist to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team. In this role, you will perform complex interventional radiology procedures, operate advanced imaging equipment, and ensure high-quality diagnostic images while prioritizing patient safety and comfort. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals in a fast-paced academic medical center. MUSC offers a collaborative, inclusive culture with opportunities for professional growth through cutting-edge research, education, and clinical practice that advances patient care and medical innovation. Assist interventional radiologists with a wide range of vascular and non-vascular image-guided procedures, including angiography, angioplasty, stent placement, embolization, biopsies, and drain placements. Prepare procedure rooms by verifying equipment functionality, stocking necessary supplies, and ensuring adherence to sterile technique and infection control standards. Operate fluoroscopy and angiography systems, selecting and adjusting technical parameters to obtain high-quality diagnostic and procedural images while minimizing radiation dose. Position patients safely and accurately for interventional procedures, assisting with transfers and immobilization as needed to ensure optimal imaging and patient comfort. Administer or assist with administration of contrast agents according to protocol, monitoring for and promptly reporting any adverse reactions or complications. Continuously monitor patients during procedures in collaboration with the care team, recognizing changes in condition and responding quickly to urgent or emergent situations. Document procedure details, radiation dose, contrast usage, and any devices or implants in the electronic health record with accuracy and completeness. Coordinate with nursing, anesthesia, scheduling, and transport teams to support efficient patient throughput and timely completion of procedures. Participate in quality assurance, radiation safety, and equipment maintenance activities, including daily checks, troubleshooting minor issues, and reporting service needs. Support an academic environment by collaborating with physicians, residents, fellows, and students, modeling best practices in imaging, safety, and patient-centered care. Interventional radiologic procedures Fluoroscopy operation Vascular access techniques Radiation safety and dose monitoring Contrast media administration Sterile technique and infection control Patient assessment and monitoring Operation of imaging equipment (CT, ultrasound, angiography) Electronic health record documentation Pre- and post-procedure patient care Emergency response and basic life support Quality control and equipment troubleshooting Cross-functional clinical teamwork Anatomy and physiology (vascular and organ systems) Radiology procedure scheduling and coordination Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Current ARRT certification in Radiography (R) Post-primary ARRT certification in Vascular-Interventional (VI) or Cardiac-Interventional (CI) preferred or obtained within defined timeframe Current state licensure as a Radiologic Technologist (as applicable) Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification ACLS certification preferred or required within specified timeframe Demonstrated competency in sterile technique and radiation safety Experience in an interventional radiology, cath lab, or similar procedural environment preferred