Special Procedures Technologist 3, Full Time

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Miami is seeking a Special Procedures Technologist to support interventional radiology procedures, operate radiographic equipment, and help deliver high-quality imaging with minimized radiation exposure.

The role involves patient prep, assisting radiologists, ensuring informed consent, sterile technique, and active participation in life support when needed. Experience in interventional settings and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in relevant field required.
• Certification/licensing requirements vary by department; refer to department description.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Verifies patient identity and corroborates clinical history.
• Assists with patient interviews before procedures.
• Ensures proper informed consent is obtained by the attending radiologist.
• Prepares patients to obtain desired results and minimize anxiety.
• Maintains sterile technique and aseptic practices during procedures.
• Assists radiologist with supplies throughout procedures.
• Applies radiation protection principles to minimize exposure.
• Positions patient and ensures quality scout films before procedures.
• Assists with monitoring patient status during procedures and provides comfort.
• Initiates life support and assists in CPR during emergencies.
• Maintains knowledge of patient monitoring devices.
• Provides patient education in collaboration with staff.
• Adheres to University policies and safeguards assets.

Skills

Learning Agility

Teamwork

Technical Proficiency

Communication

Education

Associate degree in a relevant field

Job description

The Special Procedures Technologist 3 assists with the day-to-day operations of interventional radiology and during complex procedures through the operation of radiographic equipment to obtain the highest quality diagnostic images with the least amount of radiation exposure The incumbent provides various imaging services to assist interventional physicians in performing diagnostic and interventional procedures. The Special Procedures Technologist 2 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.

5. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures and strictly practices aseptic technique.

6. Assists the radiologist throughout procedures with all the necessary supplies.

7. Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.

8. Positions the patient for the examination and obtains good technical quality scout film of the area before starting procedures.

9. Assumes care for physical and psychological needs of the patient during the procedure.

10. Initiates life support measures for patients and assists in cardiopulmonary resuscitation during medical emergencies.

11. Maintains working knowledge of all patient monitoring devices.

12. Provides patient education in collaboration with other department staff.

13. 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

Certification and Licensing: Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements

Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required

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.

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