IR Technologist $15,000 Sign On Bonus

Job Description:
The Angio/Interventional technologist performs duties necessary for both diagnostic and Interventional procedures at a technical and professional level requiring little or no supervision of technical detail. Performs technical procedures that will require regular independent judgment. Assumes responsibility and initiative for designated areas and procedures as required. Note: An RN will be present to supervise the care of patients during moderate sedation.
To show our commitment to you and to assist with your transition into our organization, we will also offer a $15,000 sign on bonus, if applicable.
Join Our Interventional Radiology Team!
Step into a dynamic, fast‑paced Angio Lab where your expertise truly makes a difference. As an Interventional Radiology Technologist, you’ll play a hands‑on role in cutting‑edge diagnostic and interventional procedures—circulating, scrubbing, monitoring, and operating advanced IR imaging systems. Every day brings opportunities to grow your skills, support patients through life‑changing procedures, and collaborate with an exceptional care team.
If you’re passionate about high‑quality imaging, patient care, and expanding your experience in a highly specialized area of radiology, this is your chance. Opportunities to earn additional certifications and advance are built in.
Unlock your potential and be part of something impactful—apply today!
Posting Specifics:
Hours: Full-Time (40 hours)
Benefits Eligible: Yes - Link to Benefit Details
Shift Details: Four weekday 10‑hour shifts with call responsibilities.
Additional Details: Shift differentials given for evenings, nights and weekends
Who We Are: Lutheran Hospital is a community-based, acute-care hospital in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. It includes Lutheran Hospice Center and Lutheran Spine Center at Denver West.
Lutheran Hospital began in 1905 as the Evangelical Lutheran Sanitarium, a tent colony for tuberculosis patients. As medical advances diminished the demand for tuberculosis treatment, community leaders decided the center should meet a new need. Community-based Lutheran Hospital, a not-for-profit, general medical facility located on a 100-acre campus, opened its doors in 1961.
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Our new Lutheran Hospital campus at Clear Crossing in Wheat Ridge opened its doors on August 3rd. Construction on the six-story replacement hospital started in 2021 and provides a state-of-the-art care site in the West Denver suburbs.
Essential Functions
Meets all requirements for Angio/Interventional Tech in Training and,
Demonstrates proficiency and independence in all assigned roles within the department, including scrubbing and circulating a wide range of both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Coordinates patient care and communicates pertinent information to other patient care providers before and after procedures.
Performs advanced interventional procedures including ablation procedures, stents, thrombectomy, embolization, and atherectomy.
Participate in orientation and training of new angio staff. Provides teaching, coaching, and mentoring as directed by the unit coordinator and/or assigned preceptor.
Understands and operates IR equipment and related information systems appropriately to ensure that quality images are produced.
Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of anatomy, pathology, and patient positioning related to diagnostic and interventional procedures.
Must be able to adhere to on-call expectations, including minimum response times for stroke centers and trauma designated hospitals.
Skills
Anatomy and pathology knowledge related to invasive procedures and therapies
Image evaluation
Equipment operation
Contrast protocols
Emergency response
Work independently and as part of a team
Effective communication with patients, patient family members, and other caregivers.
Task prioritization
Aseptic techniques and working with sterile instruments and supplies
Minimum Qualifications Angio I
Minimum 1 years Angio/Interventional experience or Vascular/Interventional radiography certification
ARRT - American Registry Upon Hire Required
BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
ACLS - within 120 Days Required for non-pediatric hospitals
PALS - Pediatric Advanced within 120 Days Required for only pediatric hospitals
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with complex interventional procedures (PTA/Stenting, Embolization, Thrombectomy, Neuro Interventions, etc.) - Preferred
Minimum Qualifications Angio II
Demonstrated proficiency in performing advanced interventional procedures and therapies with recommendation from care site lead Radiologist.
Minimum 5 years of experience as Angio/Interventional Radiology with Vascular/Interventional Radiography (VIR) certification OR minimum 10 years of experience in Angio/Interventional Radiology.
Exhibit proficiency in a minimum of 5 advanced interventional procedures and therapies, including but not limited to Neurovascular Interventions (Embolization/Thrombectomy/Intracranial PTA and/or Stenting/CAS/WADA), Advanced Liver Interventions (TIPS/DIPS/PVR/BRTO/TheraSphere TX, TACE), Pulmonary Interventions (Embolization/Thrombectomy), and Limb salvage Atherectomy.
Ability to function independently and as part of a team.
Ability to interact and communicate effectively with other caregivers and patients.
Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of anatomy, pathology, and patient positioning related to Interventional procedures.
ARRT - American Registry Upon Hire Required
BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
ACLS - Within 120 Days Required for non-pediatric hospitals.
PALS - Pediatric Advanced within 120 Days Required for only pediatric hospitals.
Relevant state licensure and/or certifications Upon Hire Required
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree must be obtained through an accredited institution. Degree will be verified. Preferred
Physical Requirements
Ongoing need for caregiver to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require caregiver to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment and supplies with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.).
May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
Location:
Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital
Work City:
Wheat Ridge
Work State:
Colorado
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$39.16 - $60.42
We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.