About this Interventional Radiology Technologist Extern role at Cape Fear Valley Health
Cape Fear Valley Health · Onsite · CFV
Facility
Cape Fear Valley Medical CenterLocation
Fayetteville, North CarolinaDepartment
Cape Fear AcademyJob Family
Work Shift
Days (United States of America)Summary
This position provides a 4–6 month transition program designed to provide hands-on clinical experience and advanced training in a fast-paced procedural environment. Externs work under the guidance of experienced IR/Cath Lab professionals while completing a structured orientation and competency-based training program. Successful completion may lead to placement into a permanent IR Technologist or Cath Lab Technologist role. Externs who do not complete the program may be able to transition into an X-Ray Technologist role if available.MAJOR JOB FUNCTIONS
The following is a summary of the major essential functions of the job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below; and specific functions may change from time to time.
- Participate in a structured externship program within the IR/Cath Lab setting
- Assist with interventional and diagnostic imaging procedures
- Prepare patients, equipment and procedure rooms in accordance with safety standards
- Maintain sterile technique and support physicians during procedures
- Rotate through assigned clinical areas to gain real-time experience
- Complete required competencies and training assessments
- Collaborate with radiology and Cath Lab teams to ensure high-quality patient care
- Adhere to departmental policies, safety protocols, and regulatory standards
- Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:
EDUCATION AND FORMAL TRAINING:
- Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology program required
- Current ARRT certification or registry eligible required
- Must attempt registry certification within 1 year and gain certification within 2 years of the hire date
- BLS certification (or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe) required
- Participation in a modified X-Ray Tech orientation within the first 30 days of hire required
- Completion of all required competencies during externship required
WORK EXPERIENCE:
- 1 year of clinical or externship experience in radiology with strong interest in Interventional Radiology or Cath Lab specialty preferred
- Internal CFV candidates must be employed with CFV for a minimum of 6 months and have no active disciplinary actions
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- None
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to be available for occasional weekend clinical experiences (Saturday/Sunday)
- Ability to comply with attendance expectations (call-outs must be reported appropriately)
Required Licenses and Certifications
Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
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