Special Procedures Technologist 3, Full Time

umiami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Miami Health System is seeking a Special Procedures Technologist to support interventional radiology procedures and ensure high-quality imaging with minimized radiation exposure. The role emphasizes patient care, safety, and collaboration with radiology teams.

Requires an Associate degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with strong communication and teamwork skills. This is a full-time on-site position in Miami, FL, within a leading academic health system that values

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a relevant field is required.
• 3+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency with standard office software and clinical systems.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient identity and document clinical history.
• Assist before and during procedures to support the radiologist.
• Ensure informed consent is obtained and properly documented.
• Prepare patients and minimize anxiety; maintain aseptic technique.
• Assist with supplies and equipment during procedures.
• Apply radiation protection principles to minimize exposure.

Skills

Learning Agility

Teamwork

Technical Proficiency

Communication

Education

Associate degree

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.
• 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

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