Special Procedures Technologist
About The Position
Performs a variety of complex imaging examinations and assists physicians with invasive imaging procedures, including angiograms, angioplasties, stenting, biopsies, embolizations, and vascular and non-vascular procedures. The technologist operates imaging equipment for routine and special procedures; prepares sterile trays and intravenous contrast injectors according to established policies, procedures, and technical and safety standards; prepares and positions patients; and provides protection and immobilization support. The role includes setting up and operating imaging equipment to obtain required exposures, monitoring patients and reporting abnormal conditions to physicians, assisting with cardiopulmonary emergencies as directed, and preparing images or films for clinical review and assignment. Performs related duties as required.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
- New York State Department of Health licensure as a Radiologic Technologist.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration.
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS or BCLS).
- Minimum of two years of experience as a Radiology Technologist.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work well under pressure.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced ARRT registration.
- Experience performing special imaging procedures.
Responsibilities
- Operate imaging equipment for routine and special procedure examinations.
- Prepare sterile trays for interventional procedures according to established policies and procedures, as required.
- Prepare intravenous contrast injectors in accordance with technical and safety standards, as required.
- Prepare and position patients for specific examinations.
- Provide patient protection and immobilization support according to established policies and procedures.
- Set up imaging equipment to administer prescribed procedures appropriately and promptly.
- Operate imaging equipment controls to obtain required exposures.
- Monitor patients during examinations and report abnormal conditions to physicians.
- Assist with cardiopulmonary emergencies as directed.
- Prepare images or films for clinical review and assignment, as needed.
- Perform related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
