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Special Procedures Technologist

Job Requirements

The following qualifications and certifications are preferred or required for the position:

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in Radiologic Technology or equivalent: Preferred
• Three years’ technical experience: Preferred
• Experience as Special Procedures Technologist: Preferred
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification: Preferred
• Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor per policy: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor per policy: Required
• Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS): Required
• Fluoroscopy (FLUORO): Required
• Prevention and Management of Violent Behavior (PVMB) or Techniques for Effective Aggression Management (TEAM) or TEAM-A or Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI): Required

Essential Functions

The Special Procedures Technologist will be responsible for the following:

• Operate diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast-enhanced radiographs of the heart and cardiovascular system during cardiac catheterization.
• Position and immobilize patients on the examination table, utilizing specified protocols and equipment.
• Assist physicians in specialized procedures and special exams, entering relevant technical factors into the computer.
• Adjust examination tables and manipulate the x-ray tube based on physician instructions.
• Commence automatic injection of contrast medium into patient blood vessels as needed.
• Activate fluoroscope and motion picture camera (cinefluorography) to aid in guiding catheters through the cardiovascular system.
• Provide patients with explanations of procedures and ensure clear discharge instructions are understood.
• Monitor and observe vital signs and environmental factors during imaging processes, alerting physicians to any changes in patient responses.
• Assist in interventional procedures, including the instillation of enzymes or the insertion of balloons to remove blockages in blood vessels.
• Maintain accurate and updated documentation in compliance with program standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

All associates are required to receive all necessary vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Participation in E-Verify is required. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the appropriate resource.

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