Special Procedures Tech I, II & III

Cape Cod Healthcare•Hyannis, MA

About The Position

Special Procedures Technologists I, II, and III assist with invasive diagnostic and interventional procedures, including scrubbing, circulating, monitoring and recording hemodynamic parameters, and operating radiologic and interventional equipment. They acquire, process, and transfer images to the PACS system and document supplies, implants, and other regulatory components of each exam. They prepare, position, transfer, and assist patients to promote safety, comfort, and optimal imaging outcomes; provide procedure-appropriate education; and apply radiation-safety practices for patients and staff. The role includes setting up and turning over rooms, tables, and sterile trays; coordinating workflow; assisting physicians with contrast administration during arterial, venous, and percutaneous procedures; and assisting or scrubbing with Vascular Surgeons and Interventional Radiologists in the operating room as needed. Technologists maintain department inventory, clean and maintain equipment, perform daily checklists and safety inspections, support preventative maintenance, and report malfunctions. They participate in ongoing education, competencies, departmental training, and quality/process improvement initiatives, and demonstrate proficiency with computerized information systems. Use of a lead apron is required. On-call coverage is required for off-shifts, weekends, and holidays. Other work-related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Must read, write, and communicate in English.
High school graduate or GED.
Graduate of a JRCERT-accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Currently licensed as a Radiologic Technologist (RLT) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Meet at least one of the following: two years of post-technical-school radiology work experience; or two years of experience as a Special Procedures Technologist (Will-Train at CCH).
Meet at least one of the following: successful completion of on-the-job training within six months of hire; or six months of recent experience as a Special Procedures Technologist within the past two years.
Successfully pass the CCHC Basic Arrhythmia Exam.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Obtain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within six months of employment.
Obtain Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) qualification within six months of employment.
For Technologist II, meet at least one of the following: Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), Cardiac Interventional (CI), Vascular Interventional (VI), or Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) certification. An older combined Cardiovascular-Interventional (CV) credential serves the same clinical function as both CI and VI certifications.
For Technologist III, meet at least one of the following: RCIS, CI, or RCES certification, and hold VI certification. An older combined CV credential serves the same clinical function as both CI and VI certifications.

Responsibilities

Assist in invasive procedures by scrubbing, circulating, and monitoring and recording hemodynamic parameters in accordance with policies and procedures.
Assist with diagnostic and interventional procedures and operate radiologic and interventional equipment to ensure image quality and patient safety.
Acquire, process, and transfer images to the PACS system.
Document supplies, implants, and other regulatory components related to examinations.
Prepare, position, transfer, and assist patients during procedures to promote safety, comfort, and optimal imaging outcomes.
Provide patient education appropriate to the procedure.
Apply radiation-safety principles, including shielding, minimizing exposure, and properly using protective equipment for patients and staff.
Assist with room, table, and sterile-tray setup and turnover.
Coordinate workflow to support efficient patient care and procedures.
Assist physicians with contrast-media administration during arterial, venous, and percutaneous procedures.
Participate in ongoing education and competencies to maintain required certifications and clinical skills as directed by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and Massachusetts Radiation Control Program.
Assist with maintaining department inventory.
Complete daily checklists and equipment safety checks and inspections, support preventative maintenance, and report equipment malfunctions.
Assist and scrub with Vascular Surgeons and Interventional Radiologists in the operating room as needed.
Demonstrate proficiency in computerized informatics and information systems.
Maintain and clean interventional equipment.
Participate in departmental training and Quality/Process Improvement initiatives.
Use a lead apron.
Provide on-call coverage for off-shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Provide service excellence to patients, family members, visitors, volunteers, and coworkers.
Perform other work-related duties as assigned or requested.