Special Procedures Technologist 3 (H)

University of Miami•Miami, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Miami UHealth System, Department of Interventional Radiology, has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Special Procedures Technologist level 3 in Miami. The incumbent Special Procedures Technologist 3 oversees the day-to-day operations of interventional radiology and aids during complex procedures through the operation of radiographic equipment to obtain highest quality diagnostic images with the least amount of radiation exposure. The incumbent o verses and provides various imaging services to assist interventional physicians in performing diagnostic and interventional procedures. The Special Procedures Technologist 3assures efficient workflow of the section and promotes UCARE goals to achieve the highest quality care and customer service.

Requirements

Associate degree in relevant field
Certification in relevant specialty or field
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
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.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions
Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and train others.
Commitment to the University’s core values.

Responsibilities

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.
Interviews patients 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.
Participates in the department's quality assessment and improvement plan.
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.