Special Procedures Tech I, II & III

Cape Cod Healthcare Inc; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis, MA, seeks a Special Procedures Technologist to support the cardiovascular procedural area, applying radiation safety, preparing patients, and assisting physicians during invasive procedures. Training in ARRT and MA licensure is required, with on‑call rotation included.

Responsibilities include image capture, PACS transfer, equipment upkeep, and participation in ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED and formal radiologic technology training.
• ARRT registration and MA Radiologic Technologist license required.
• Specialized CV/Interventional certifications preferred (RCIS/CI/VI/RCES).
• BLS and ACLS certifications expected within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in invasive procedures with scrubbing, circulating, monitoring and recording hemodynamic parameters.
• Operate radiologic/interventional equipment; ensure image quality and patient safety.
• Prepare, position and assist patients; transfer and educate as needed.
• Manage supplies, implants and regulatory documentation; maintain equipment and lead safety practices.

Skills

English communication

Patient safety awareness

On‑call readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

JRCERT Radiologic Technology Program graduate

ARRT Certification

Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist License (RLT)

Tools

RCIS

CI

VI

RCES

BLS

ACLS

IABP

Job description

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Job Description

Purpose of Position : Performs and assists with all procedures within the with Cardiovascular Procedural Area (CVPA) by applying ionizing radiation, ensuring patient safety, image quality, and adherence to regulatory safety standards under the direction of Physicians.

Description

• 1. Assist in all aspects of invasive procedures, including scrubbing, circulating, monitoring and recording hemodynamic parameters in accordance with policies and procedures
• Assists in diagnostic and interventional procedures, operates radiologic and interventional equipment ensuring optimal image quality and patient safety.
• Acquire, process and transfer images to the PACS system
• Document all supplies, implants and other regulatory components pertaining to the exam.
• 2. Prepares, positions, transfers and assists patients during procedures to ensure safety, comfort, and optimal imaging outcomes.
• 3. Demonstrate a thorough understanding and working knowledge of normal and abnormal anatomy, physiology, radiation safety, interventional supplies and equipment operation.
• 4. Provide patient education appropriate to the procedure.
• 5. Applies radiation safety principles, including shielding, exposure minimization, and proper use of protective equipment for patients and staff.
• 6. Assists in room/table/sterile-tray set-up and turnover.
• 7. Coordinates workflow to support efficiency of patient care and procedure.
• 8. Assist Physician with administration of contrast media with arterial, venous and percutaneous procedures.
• 9. Participates in ongoing education and competencies to maintain required certifications and clinical skills as directed by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and Massachusetts Radiation Control Program.
• 10. Assists in maintaining inventory for department.
• 11. Responsible for daily checklists, equipment safety checks/inspections, preventative maintenance, and reporting of any equipment malfunctions.
• 12. Assist and scrub with Vascular Surgeons/Interventional Radiologists in the operating room as needed
• 13. Demonstrates proficiency in computerized informatics (information system).
• 14. Maintains and cleans interventional equipment.
• 15. Participates in departmental training and Quality/Process Improvement (QI, PI) initiatives.
• 16. Use of lead apron required
• 17. On-call required for off-shifts, weekends and holidays.
• 18. Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers.
• 19. Performs other work-related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

Special Procedures Technologist I – Grade: S17R, Job Code: 8150

• Must read, write and communicate in English.
• High school graduate or GED.
• Graduate of a JRCERT accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
• (ARRT) - Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• (RLT) - Currently licensed as a Radiologic Technologist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Must meet at least one of the following qualifications:
• a. Minimum of two (2) years post-technical school radiology work experience
• b. Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Special Procedures Technologist Will-Train at CCH.
• Must meet at least one of the following qualifications:
• a. Successful completion of on‑the‑job training within six (6) months of hire
• b. Six (6) months’ recent experience (within the past two (2) years) as a Special Techniques Technologist.
• CCHC Basic Arrhythmia Exam (successfully pass)
• (BLS) – Current Basic Life Support Certification
• (ACLS) – Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (obtained within six (6) months of employment)
• (IABP) Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (obtained within six (6) months of employment)

Special Procedures Technologist II – Grade: S19R, Job Code: 8151

• All qualifications of Tech I, plus the following:
• Must meet at least one of the following qualifications:
• a. (RCIS) Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist certification
• b. (CI) Cardiac Interventional certification*
• c. (VI) Vascular Interventional certification*
• d. (RCES) Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist
• *Having an older combined Cardiovascular‑Interventional (CV) credential serves the same clinical function as holding both Cardiac Interventional (CI) and Vascular Interventional (VI) certifications.

Special Procedures Technologist III – Grade: S19A, Job Code: 8153

• All qualifications of Tech I, plus the following:
• Must meet at least one of the following qualifications:
• a. (RCIS) Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist certification
• b. (CI) Cardiac Interventional certification*
• c. (RCES) Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist
• Must hold (VI) Vascular Interventional certification*
• *Having an older combined Cardiovascular‑Interventional (CV) credential serves the same clinical function as holding both Cardiac Interventional (CI) and Vascular Interventional (VI) certifications.

Schedule Details : 40 Hours Per Week, Rotating Days, Rotating Shifts: 7a-5p,7:30a-5:30p, 8a-6p, and 8:30a-6:30p, Rotating Weekends and Holidays. On call (on-site within 30 minutes) required in Rotation for nights, weekends, and holidays. Use of Lead apron required.

Organization

Cape Cod Hospital

Primary Location

Massachusetts-Hyannis

Annual/Hourly : Hourly

Hiring Pay Range : $ 41.14 - $ 59.93