Interventional Radiology Tech

Special Procedures Tech

Shifts: A variety of shifts may be available including full-time, part-time, and PRN (location specific) Ask your recruiter for more details.

Weekend/Holiday rotation required for full and part-time positions.

Will consider new graduates.

Radiology candidates who accept a part-time or full-time position with University Hospitals are eligible for:

• Competitive hourly rate
• Competitive hourly rate (+elevated hourly rate of $7.25/hour for this position at CMC)
• Enhanced PTO for candidates with 5+ years of relevant work experience
• Sign-on bonus ($10,000 for full-time or $5,000 for part-time).
• Tuition reimbursement after six months
• Career Ladder Progression
• Free Parking

A Brief Overview
The Special Procedures Tech is responsible for performing radiographic procedures in compliance with hospital safety standards, including ALARA, Image Gently, and Image Wisely guidelines. This role ensures patient safety, identifies and follows hospital policies and procedures, and delivers high-quality imaging while providing excellent patient care across all age groups (neonates to geriatrics). The position also requires adherence to HIPAA privacy standards, proper equipment maintenance, and accurate record-keeping. The role requires a detail-oriented, independent worker who can solve problems, maintain equipment, and contribute to a successful, patient-centered department.
What You Will Do

• Demonstrates competency in patient positioning and technical imaging skills by producing a variety of radiographic procedures while maintaining the highest standards of age-specific patient care from neonates through geriatrics.
• Uses administrative skills to contribute to the successful operation of the department by scanning all items in the inventory system and, entering and completing correct billing codes in the RIS and on the patient billing sheets.
• Displays a commitment to Hospital mission and values by consistently:
  Adhering to hospital safety standards
  Following hospital and department SOPs, policies, and protocols
  Following guidelines for patient identification and safety
  Adhering to ALARA, Image Gently, and Image Wisely radiation and fluoroscopic safety standards
  Maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with privacy laws (HIPAA) and facility policies.
• Effectively follows directions to maintain compliance with State and Federal Agencies
• Effectively follows directions to maintain department readiness based on DNV standards
• Able to perform all applicable equipment Quality Control
• Accurately records all requested database/log records.
• Maintains licensure and continuing education requirements.
• Proficient at instructing students and new staff after 1 year of experience.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work independently.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education Qualifications

• Associate's Degree Associates degree or completion of an accredited 2-year program in a school of Radiologic Technology. (Required)

Experience Qualifications

       2+ years Experience as a registered Radiologic Technologist (Preferred) or

       2+ years as a registered Radiologic Technologist with IR experience (Preferred)

       Proficient at instructing students and new staff after 1 year of experience. (Required) and

       Clear knowledge of modality specific equipment, computers, Inventory systems, PACS, EMR and RIS. (Required) and

       Must demonstrate the ability to work independently. (Required) and

       Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems as they arise. (Required) and

       Clear knowledge of image and exam protocols. (Required)

Skills and Abilities

       Ability to perform interventional procedures in specified areas (Required proficiency)

       Uses a variety of equipment specific to the area, including single-plane and bi-plane angiographic equipment, power injectors, and various medical devices and computers. (Required proficiency)

       Knowledge of proper sterile procedure technique, gowning and gloving, and infection control. (Required proficiency)

       Must demonstrate effective organizational, written, and oral communication skills. (Required proficiency)

       Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

       Registered Technologist Radiography (ARRT-R) Active certification from American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) (Required Upon Hire)

       Active Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Radiographer License (Required Upon Hire) and

       Current BLS CPR certification (Required Upon Hire)

Physical Demands

Standing - Frequently

Walking - Frequently

Sitting - Rarely

Lifting - Frequently (50 lbs)

Carrying - Frequently (50 lbs)

Pushing - Frequently (50 lbs)

Pulling - Frequently (50 lbs)

Climbing - Occasionally (50 lbs)

Balancing - Occasionally

Stooping - Frequently

Kneeling - Frequently

Crouching - Frequently

Crawling - Occasionally

Reaching - Frequently

Handling - Frequently

Grasping - Frequently

Feeling - Constantly

Talking - Constantly

Hearing - Constantly

Repetitive Motions - Constantly

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly