Special Procedures Technologist I

Advocate Health • Rome, GA

5d • $36 - $53

About The Position

The Special Procedures Technologist I performs specialized radiography and fluoroscopic coverage for interventional and angiographic procedures under physician direction. The technologist explains procedures to patients and prepares them, supports patient comfort during procedures, and supplies materials for diagnostic and therapeutic invasive procedures. The role also includes obtaining medications, radiopharmaceuticals, or contrast materials as directed by authorized personnel; removing catheters or sheaths and applying pressure or a clamp as appropriate; communicating necessary information to holding areas or nursing units; accurately recording and processing hemodynamic reports, contrast media records, and charges; and reporting equipment malfunctions for repair.

This is a full-time position in the Cardiac Cath Lab, scheduled weekdays from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., with call and holiday rotations. The position requires standing and walking while wearing lead radiation protection aprons, working in a confined area, and exposure to radiation, secretions, and blood. Normal vision, manual dexterity, good eye-hand coordination, and sustained concentration are needed.

Requirements

• Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency recognized by ARRT in Radiologic Technology, or graduate of a Cardiovascular Interventional Training Program as an RCIS.
• ARRT certification in Radiology or RCIS registry required.
• BLS required.
• Must meet all required elements of the competency checklist for the level.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in diagnostic radiology and one year in Interventional Radiology preferred.
• ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized radiography and fluoroscopic coverage of interventional and angiographic procedures under the direction of a physician.
• Explain procedures to patients and prepare them for procedures.
• Obtain medications, radiopharmaceuticals, or contrast materials as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized/certified technologist, or registered nurse.
• Circulate during procedures and maintain responsibility for patient comfort.
• Provide supplies for diagnostic and therapeutic invasive procedures.
• Remove catheters or sheaths and apply direct pressure or a clamp as appropriate.
• Provide necessary report information to the holding area or nursing unit.
• Record and process hemodynamic reports, contrast media records, and charges promptly and accurately.
• Communicate equipment malfunctions to leadership or the department engineer for repairs.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate's job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree