Special Procedures Technologist 2

University of Miami; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Tuition remission

Job summary

University of Miami Health System in Miami, FL, is seeking a Special Procedures Technologist 2 to work full-time on-site. The role supports interventional radiology procedures and complex imaging with attention to radiation safety and patient comfort.

The incumbent will handle patient preparation, imaging, and collaboration with interventional physicians to ensure high-quality care. ARRT and BLS certifications are required, with at least two years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Radiologic Technology.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• ARRT certification and BLS from The American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Verifies patient identity and corroborates clinical history for accurate documentation.
• Assist with patient interviews before procedures and document relevant information.
• Ensure attending radiologist obtains proper informed consent.
• Prepare patients to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
• Notify appropriate personnel of changes in patient status.
• Maintain sterile techniques and strict aseptic technique during procedures.
• Assist radiologist throughout procedures with necessary supplies.
• Apply radiation protection principles to minimize exposure.
• Position patient for examination and obtain high-quality scout film.
• Provide care for physical and psychological needs during procedures.
• Initiate life support measures and assist in CPR during emergencies.
• Monitor patient status with appropriate devices and maintain knowledge of monitoring equipment.
• Provide patient education in collaboration with department staff.
• Adhere to University policies and safeguard assets.

Skills

Learning Agility

Teamwork

Technical Proficiency

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Radiologic Technology

Job description

## Special Procedures Technologist 2Apply: On-Site: Miami, FL: Full time: Posted 30+ Days Ago: R100093098**Current Employees:**If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet.UMHC-SCCC at The Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center is currently seeking a Special Procedures Technologist 2 to work full-time on-site in Miami. 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 Radiologic Technology **Experience:** Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required **Certification and Licensing:** ARRT certification (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist)BLS (Basic Life Support) from The American Heart Association**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.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.The 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:**Full time**Employee Type:**Staff