Special Procedures Technologist - Full-time / Part-time

Description

Introduction

Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your application for our Special Procedures Technologist opening with St. David's Medical Center today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team.

Benefits

At St. David's Medical Center, we want to ensure your needs are met. We offer eligible colleagues an attractive benefit package that includes medical, wellbeing, dental and vision benefits along with some unique benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Flexible Spending
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Personal Leave
• 401K(100% annual match - 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service)
• Academic Assistance and Reimbursements for Tuition and Student Loans
• Employee Discounts including Tickets, Retail, Mental Health Apps, Education Apps, Identity Theft Protection etc.
• Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability coverage
• Adoption Assistance
• Legal Benefits and lots more!

We are seeking a(an) Special Procedures Technologist for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!

Job Summary of the Special Procedures Technologist

Under the leadership of the Lead Interventional Technologist, this role provides technical assistance to all physicians working in the Interventional Suites with both diagnostic and interventional procedures. Responsible for the day-to-day clinical, technical and operational functions within the Imaging department. This includes, but is not limited to, the efficient, effective procurement, utilization and stewardship of all technical, physical and human resources. Ensures compliance with patient care quality standards as it relates to care provided to all age groups of patients in area, ranging from neonate to geriatric. Participates in performance improvement activities within the Interventional department and participates in CQI activities. This position requires compliance with all Joint Commission, state, federal, Corporate Radiation Right, and local regulatory laws, standards and protocols. Must possess critical thinking skills and strive to create and maintain great relationships with all facility stakeholders.

Responsibilities of the Special Procedures Technologist

• Assist with all procedures performed in the Interventional Suite.
• Demonstrate proficiency with all equipment within the Interventional Suite procedure room including but not limited to: Fluoroscopy, Pan Table, Med Rad injector, Monitors, Ultrasound Unit, Control panels for digital acquisition and image transfer.
• Demonstrate understanding of supplies used for specified procedure
• Demonstrate familiarity with Renal, Neuro, Peripheral and Vascular anatomy
• Demonstrate sterile technique as appropriate and maintain sterile field while performing scrub position
• Prepare patient and room for exams while managing wires and other multiple components required for procedure.
• Perform role of circulator during procedure including: pull supplies, altering technique as phase of exam requires, man and operate injector, communicate to patient family/unit progress, and answer physician calls/pages during procedure.
• Provide patient care throughout procedure while explaining the procedure to patient and ensure understanding.
• Ensures patient safety throughout exam.
• Adhere to Standard Precautions or Isolation precaution appropriate for patient.
• Performs other assigned duties to ensure optimal department function.

Qualifications of the Special Procedures Technologist

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate’s Degree or graduate from an accredited Radiological Technology Program (ARRT)
• 2-years of Radiology Tech experience in an acute setting
• 1-2 years of experience as an Interventional Technologist

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:

• Licensed Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) with the Texas Medical Board
• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Primary certification in Radiography - ARRT (R) or Vascular Interventional Radiography
• (VI). If ARRT (R), VI must be acquired with 13 months of hire or transfer to Specials
• NIHSS within one month of employment
• BLS Certification required per St. David’s HealthCare policy

is a full-service hospital located in central Austin, Texas. This 300+ bed facility features a 24-hour emergency department, the region’s largest Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), and the internationally-renowned and . The full provided at St. David’s Medical Center includes cancer care, heart and vascular care, imaging services, joint replacement and orthopedics, women’s services, complex surgical services, and a . The facility is home to a 60+ bed rehabilitation hospital providing both inpatient and outpatient comprehensive care.

St. David’s Medical Center is part of St. David’s HealthCare, which is one of the largest healthcare systems in Texas and the third-largest employer in the Austin area. St. David’s HealthCare was formed through a unique partnership between HCA Healthcare and two local non-profits — St. David’s Foundation and Georgetown Health Foundation.

HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for over a decade.  In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Across HCA Healthcare’s more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities and healthcare.
Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow."- Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN
Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Special Procedures Technologist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.