WVU Medicine·Wheeling, Illinois
Provides technical assistance for diagnostic and interventional procedures using sterile techniques and manages imaging and post-processing. Responsibilities include monitoring patient vitals, participating in on-call emergency services, and instructing radiography students.
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Provides technical assistance in performing diagnostic and interventional procedures utilizing sterile and aseptic technique. Acquires all imaging and post processing. Provides emergency services on call.
1. Graduate of a Medical Imaging Program.
2. Must possess current Radiography license as required by state board where services will be provided
MD: Radiographer license through the Maryland Board of Physicians
OH: Radiographer license through the Ohio Board of Radiology
PA: No state license is required
WV: Radiography License through the West Virginia Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board.
3. Must be Nationally certified as defined by location where services will be provided:
MD: Registered Radiography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) upon hire
OH: Registered Radiography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) upon hire
PA: Registered Radiography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within Six (6) months of graduation from Medical Imaging program.
WV: Registered Radiography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) upon hire.
4. Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire
5. State criminal background check and Federal (if applicable), as required for regulated areas.
1. Obtain Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS) within one year of hire.
1. One (1) year of experience as an interventional radiologic technologist.
The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Completion of annual required education related to specialty accreditation as defined by accreditation standards. Training may be completed through CBLs, trainings, In-services, and competency validation.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Ability to stand for long periods of time while wearing lead aprons.
2. Ability to lift, push, or pull a minimum of 40 pounds
3. Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
4. Ability to differentiate various shades of gray as depicted on a black and white television monitor or photograph.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. The work environment is clinical by nature.
2. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to: moving mechanical parts; airborne particles, body fluids, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
3. Maintains Radiation safety.
1. Ability to communicate with physicians and peers on a professional level
2. Knowledgeable in Sterile Technique.
3. Knowledgeable in acquiring, archiving and transmitting images to data storage system.
4. Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, operating manuals, product information or regulations.
5. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
6. Ability to solve practical problems with limited standardization of variables.
The Interventional Radiology Clinical Ladder is a system-wide clinical advancement program to enhance professional development, provide a reward system for quality clinical performance, promote quality imaging care, and improve job satisfaction for interventional radiologic technologists.
To apply for the next level, the interventional radiology technologist must meet the requirements of their current level. They must also meet the required years of experience, degree, and certification to apply for the next level.
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)
WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.
Cost Center: 156 WH Interventional Radiology and Special Procedures
Address: 1 Medical Park Drive
West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
Market context
Interventional radiology tech roles in Illinois are typically tied to hospitals and imaging centers that need staff who can support minimally invasive procedures and maintain licensure compliance. These positions can be competitive because employers often prefer ARRT registration, strong procedural support skills, and the ability to work in fast-paced, sterile environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm your Illinois licensure and radiography training before applying.