Advanced Procedures. High Acuity Care. Academic Medicine at Its Best.
Interventional Radiology Technologists at UVA Health are integral members of a highly specialized, physician led care team, delivering minimally invasive, image guided procedures that directly change the course of patient care. This role is ideal for technologists who thrive in complexity, value precision, and want to practice in an academic medical center where innovation, teamwork, and clinical excellence are the standard.
A Role That Matches the Complexity of Your Skills
Interventional Radiology is where imaging expertise meets procedural medicine. At UVA Health, IR Technologists support a broad and sophisticated procedural portfolio in a fast-paced environment that demands technical mastery, critical thinking, and seamless collaboration. This position offers the opportunity to work at the top of your license while contributing to lifesaving, organ preserving, and quality of life-enhancing interventions.
As an Interventional Radiology Technologist, you will support diagnostic and therapeutic interventional procedures by preparing patients, maintaining sterile technique, operating imaging equipment, and assisting physicians throughout complex cases.
Your day-to-day work includes:
Collaborating closely with interventional radiologists, nurses, anesthesia teams, trainees, and other allied health professionals
An average day may include scheduled procedural cases, emergent add-ons, trauma-related interventions, and coordination across multiple clinical teams. The pace is dynamic, the work is hands-on, and the impact is immediate.
UVA Health is a Magnet recognized, Level 1 trauma center and nationally respected academic medical center where Interventional Radiology plays a critical role in advanced patient care.
This role stands out because:
Academic Medicine Environment: You’ll work side‑by‑side with leading interventional radiologists, fellows, and residents in a teaching hospital that values clinical excellence and professional development
High Acuity, High Impact Work: As a Level 1 trauma center and NCI‑designated cancer center, UVA Health relies on IR technologists for emergent, oncologic, and specialty interventions that directly affect patient outcomes
Strategic Importance: Interventional Radiology is central to UVA Health’s ability to provide minimally invasive alternatives, reduce hospital stays, and improve recovery for complex patient populations
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates
Why People Love Living in Charlottesville
Charlottesville offers an exceptional quality of life for healthcare professionals seeking balance alongside career growth. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area provides easy access to hiking, outdoor recreation, and scenic beauty, while also offering a vibrant food and wine scene, arts and music culture, and the energy of a university community. With a welcoming atmosphere, strong schools, and a cost of living that remains approachable compared to larger metropolitan areas, Charlottesville is a place where professionals and families can truly put down roots.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Graduate of an accredited program in Radiography required; Associate’s Degree in Radiography preferred. Must be eligible for ARRT (VI) certification.
Experience: experience required; 2 years Interventional Radiology experience is preferred.
Licensure: Registered Radiologic Technologist through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT R.T.) required. ARRT (VI) certification required within one year of hire. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires standing and sitting for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to, fumes, cold, heat, radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
The pay range for this role is $41.00 - $56.50 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
Certification and education support
Generous Paid Time Off
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
