Special Procedure Technologist 2, Radiology Doral, Part-Time

University of Miami; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Miami is seeking a Special Procedures Technologist 2 to support the Interventional Radiology team. The role involves operating radiographic equipment to obtain high-quality images while minimizing radiation exposure, and providing imaging services to assist diagnostic and interventional procedures.

The position emphasizes efficient workflow, patient comfort, and collaboration with physicians and department staff.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in relevant field is required.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required.
• Certification and licensing requirements vary by department; refer to description.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, and ability to learn new procedures.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient identity and record relevant information.
• Assist with patient interviews before procedures.
• Ensure proper informed consent is obtained by attending radiologist.
• Prepare patient to minimize anxiety and maximize cooperation.
• Maintain sterile technique and aseptic practices.
• Assist radiologist with supplies and instruments during procedures.
• Apply radiation safety principles to minimize exposure.

Skills

IR procedures

Radiographic tech

Radiation safety

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Associate degree in relevant field

Job description

Work Shift: Part-Time -20-30 hrs. per week; Days, Flexible schedule

Work Location: University of Miami Hospital & Clinics - Interventional Radiology Doral UHealth

CORE JOB SUMMARY

The Special Procedures Technologist 2 assists with the day-to-day operations of interventional radiology and during complex procedures through the operation of radiographic equipment to obtain highest quality diagnostic images with the least amount of radiation exposure The Special Procedures Technologist 2 provides various imaging services to assist interventional physicians in performing diagnostic and interventional procedures. The incumbent maintains efficient workflow of the section and promotes UCARE goals to achieve the highest quality care and customer service.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Verifies the patient's ID by checking their name and date of birth. Corroborates patient's clinical history and ensures information is documented and available for use.
2. Assist with patient interviews before a procedure and documents all relevant information.
3. Ensures that the attending radiologist obtains the proper informed consent.
4. Prepares the patient for procedures to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
5. Notifies appropriate person of any change(s) in patients' status.
6. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures and strictly practices aseptic technique.
7. Assists the radiologist throughout procedures with all the necessary supplies.
8. Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
9. Positions the patient for the examination and obtains good technical quality scout film of the area before starting procedures.
10. Assumes care for physical and psychological needs of the patient during the procedure.
11. Initiates life support measures for patients and assists in cardiopulmonary resuscitation during medical emergencies.
12. Maintains working knowledge of all patient monitoring devices.
13. Provides patient education in collaboration with other department staff.
14. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Associate degree in relevant field required
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required
• Certification and Licensing: Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment. Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications. Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We’re the challenge you've been looking for.

University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status: Part time Employee Type: Staff

The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System (\"UHealth\") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation. The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit welcome.miami.edu/about-um to learn more about our points of pride. The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings. Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019. The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022. With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.

University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.