Special Procedures Technologist, Will Train

Cape Cod Healthcare•Hyannis, MA

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About The Position

The Special Procedures Technologist, Will-Train is a Grade S14R position, Job Code 8173. The incumbent assists with invasive diagnostic and interventional procedures, operating radiologic and interventional equipment while supporting image quality, patient safety, and care. Upon completion of the Will-Train Program, the incumbent transfers into the Special Procedures Technologist I job classification. The role involves preparing and assisting patients, supporting physicians during procedures, applying radiation safety practices, maintaining equipment and supplies, documenting procedure-related information, and participating in departmental training and quality improvement. On-call availability is required for off-shifts, weekends, and holidays.

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 in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (RLT).
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.
Proficiency in computerized informatics and information systems.
On-call availability for off-shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Assist with invasive procedures, including scrubbing, circulating, monitoring, and recording hemodynamic parameters according to policies and procedures.
Assist in diagnostic and interventional procedures and operate radiologic and interventional equipment to support optimal image quality and patient safety.
Acquire, process, and transfer images to the PACS system.
Document supplies, implants, and other regulatory components related to exams.
Prepare, position, transfer, and assist patients during procedures to promote safety, comfort, and optimal imaging outcomes.
Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, radiation safety, interventional supplies, and equipment operation.
Provide patient education appropriate to the procedure.
Apply radiation safety principles, including shielding, minimizing exposure, and using protective equipment properly 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 administration of contrast media 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 departmental 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 with computerized informatics and information systems.
Maintain and clean interventional equipment.
Participate in departmental training and Quality/Process Improvement initiatives.
Wear a lead apron as required.
Provide service excellence to patients, family members, visitors, volunteers, and co-workers.
Perform other work-related duties as assigned or requested.
Participate in on-call coverage for off-shifts, weekends, and holidays.