Special Procedures Technologist 2 - Lennar, Full Time

University of Miami; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Tuition remission

Job summary

The University of Miami is seeking a Special Procedures Technologist - Level II to support interventional radiology at Lennar Foundation Medical Center in Coral Gables, FL. You will assist with complex procedures, maintain aseptic technique, and ensure patient safety and high-quality imaging while minimizing radiation exposure.

The role requires collaboration with radiologists, nurses, and staff to keep procedures efficient and patient-centered.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent is required.
• Certification in radiology or related field is required.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience is required.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Flexibility to work evenings, nights, and weekends as needed.
• Commitment to University values and patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Verifies the patient's ID by checking their name and date of birth.
• Corroborates patient's clinical history and ensures information is documented for use.
• Assists with patient interviews before procedures and documents information.
• Ensures proper informed consent is obtained by the attending radiologist.
• Prepares the patient to minimize anxiety and achieves desired results.
• Maintains sterile technique and adheres to aseptic procedures.
• Assists radiologist throughout procedures with supplies and equipment.
• Applies radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient and staff.
• Positions patient and acquires scout film for quality imaging.
• Initiates life support and assists in CPR during emergencies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Discretion with confidential info

Ability to work evenings/nights/weekn

Aseptic technique

Time management

Patient education

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Certification in radiology

Job description

The University of Miami is currently seeking a Special Procedures Technologist - Level II to work at Lennar Foundation Medical Center in Coral Gables.

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.

Job Functions:

• 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.
• Assist with patient interviews before a procedure and documents all relevant information.
• Ensures that the attending radiologist obtains the proper informed consent.
• Prepares the patient for procedures to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
• Notifies appropriate person of any change(s) in patients' status.
• Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures and strictly practices aseptic technique.
• Assists the radiologist throughout procedures with all the necessary supplies.
• Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
• Positions the patient for the examination and obtains good technical quality scout film of the area before starting procedures.
• Assumes care for physical and psychological needs of the patient during the procedure.
• Initiates life support measures for patients and assists in cardiopulmonary resuscitation during medical emergencies.
• Maintains working knowledge of all patient monitoring devices.
• Provides patient education in collaboration with other department staff.
• 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 or equivalent
• Certification and Licensing:Certification in relevant specialty or field
• Experience:Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
• Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes:Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Commitment to the University's core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

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

Benefits:

• medical
• dental
• tuition remission

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 timeEmployee Type:Staff