Special Procedures Technologist PRN

HCA Healthcare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Education assistance

Stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

St. David's Medical Center in Austin, TX is seeking a Special Procedures Technologist PRN to support interventional imaging under the lead technologist. You will assist in interventional suites, operate fluoroscopy and related equipment, prepare patients, maintain sterile fields, and act as circulator, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

This role requires ARRT MRT license, acute care radiology experience, and the ability to work with diverse patient ages in a high-volume facility.

Qualifications

• ACC Radiology Tech with acute-care experience required.
• Interventional technologist experience (1–2 years) preferred.
• License and ARRT certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with procedures in the Interventional Suite.
• Operate equipment in the procedure room (fluoroscopy, monitors, injectors).
• Prepare patient and room; maintain sterile field.
• Demonstrate familiarity with Renal, Neuro, Peripheral and Vascular anatomy.
• Perform role of circulator; manage supplies and injector.
• Provide patient care during procedures and explain the process.
• Ensure patient safety and adhere to precautions and regulations.

Education

Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology

ARRT-registered Radiologic Technologist

Texas Medical Board MRT license

ARRT primary certification in Radiography or VI

NIHSS within 1 month of employment start date

Basic Life Support within 30 days of employment start date

Tools

Fluoroscopy equipment

Med Rad injector

Monitors

Imaging control panels

Job description

Introduction

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Special Procedures Technologist PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

St. David's Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny

• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts

• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships

• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

• Colleague recognition program

• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/prn-employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Job Summary of the Special Procedures Technologist

Under the leadership of the Lead Interventional Technologist, this role provides technical assistance to all physicians working in the Interventional Suites with both diagnostic and interventional procedures. Responsible for the day-to-day clinical, technical and operational functions within the Imaging department. This includes, but is not limited to, the efficient, effective procurement, utilization and stewardship of all technical, physical and human resources. Ensures compliance with patient care quality standards as it relates to care provided to all age groups of patients in area, ranging from neonate to geriatric. Participates in performance improvement activities within the Interventional department and participates in CQI activities. This position requires compliance with all Joint Commission, state, federal, Corporate Radiation Right, and local regulatory laws, standards and protocols. Must possess critical thinking skills and strive to create and maintain great relationships with all facility stakeholders.

Responsibilities of the Special Procedures Technologist

• Assist with all procedures performed in the Interventional Suite.

• Demonstrate proficiency with all equipment within the Interventional Suite procedure room including but not limited to: Fluoroscopy, Pan Table, Med Rad injector, Monitors, Ultrasound Unit, Control panels for digital acquisition and image transfer.

• Demonstrate understanding of supplies used for specified procedure

• Demonstrate familiarity with Renal, Neuro, Peripheral and Vascular anatomy

• Demonstrate sterile technique as appropriate and maintain sterile field while performing scrub position

• Prepare patient and room for exams while managing wires and other multiple components required for procedure.

• Perform role of circulator during procedure including: pull supplies, altering technique as phase of exam requires, man and operate injector, communicate to patient family/unit progress, and answer physician calls/pages during procedure.

• Provide patient care throughout procedure while explaining the procedure to patient and ensure understanding.

• Ensures patient safety throughout exam.

• Adhere to Standard Precautions or Isolation precaution appropriate for patient.

• Performs other assigned duties to ensure optimal department function.

Qualifications of the Special Procedures Technologist

• Associate Degree or graduate from an accredited Radiological Technology Program (ARRT)

• 2-years Radiology Tech experience in an acute setting

• 1-2 years’ experience as an Interventional Technologist

Education and Experience:

• Associate Degree or graduate from an accredited Radiological Technology Program (ARRT)

• 2-years Radiology Tech experience in an acute setting

• 1-2 years’ experience as an Interventional Technologist

Licenses and Certificates:

• Licensed Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) with the Texas Medical Board

• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

• Primary certification in Radiography - ARRT (R) or Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI). If ARRT (R), VI must be acquired with 12 months of hire or transfer to Specials

• NIHSS within one month of employment start date

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

St. David's Medical Center is a full-service hospital located in central Austin, Texas. This 300+ bed facility features a 24-hour emergency department, the regions largest Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) , and the internationally-renowned Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute (https://tcainstitute.com/) and St. David's Neuroscience & Spine Institute (https://stdavids.com/location/st-davids-neuroscience-spine-institute) . The full scope of services (https://stdavids.com/locations/st-davids-medical-center/medical-services.dot) provided at St. David's Medical Center includes cancer care, heart and vascular care, imaging services, joint replacement and orthopedics, women's services, complex surgical services, and a Bariatric Surgery Center (https://stdavidsweightloss.com/) . The facility is home to a 60+ bed rehabilitation hospital providing both inpatient and outpatient comprehensive care.

St. David's Medical Center is part of St. David's HealthCare, which is one of the largest healthcare systems in Texas and the third-largest employer in the Austin area. St. David's HealthCare was formed through a unique partnership between HCA Healthcare and two local non-profits St. David's Foundation and Georgetown Health Foundation.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status