Special Procedures Technician

Hourly Wage Estimate: $42.14 - $59.00 / hour
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Do you have the career opportunities as a Special Procedures Tech you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Stone Springs Hospital Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Performs all duties and responsibilities of a Special Procedures Technologist. Ensures the efficient use of resources while maintaining quality imaging procedures. Practices radiation safety and observes universal precautions at all times. Performs related work as required.

• Utilizes appropriate resources to complete assignment within allocated time period.
• Adapts to changes in volume/acuity demands. Remains calm in crisis situations.
• Adheres to Attendance and Tardiness Policy.
• Supports responsible staffing decisions (cancels, places staff on hold/on call, calls in on hold/on call staff appropriately).
• Demonstrates efforts to eliminate waste.
• Reports to work on time and is ready to start work.
• Consistently utilizes Kronos system to document hours of work.
• Demonstrates problem solving ability using appropriate resources.
• Serves as a resource as needed in an effective manner to unit and other departments.
• Is supportive of administrative decisions.
• Demonstrates teamwork and cooperation, works well with others.
• Is flexible in meeting staffing and scheduling requirements of the department.
• Has working knowledge of the operation of Department or seeks guidance from appropriate personnel.
• Reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel and correctly completes work order.
• Assures safe and clean environment. Keeps hallways clutter free and rooms neat.
• Utilizes standard precautions by wearing protective equipment (goggles, gowns, gloves and uses correct handwashing techniques).
• Consistently strives to improve performance.
• Makes suggestions for improvement.
• Is receptive to new ideas.
• Is cognizant of age specific, cultural and physical needs of customer in providing service.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient/other information.
• Gives accurate and concise reports.
• Keeps the Department Director informed on reportable situations and department needs.
• Interacts with patients, doctors and visitors with grace and tact.
• Gains patient/family confidence.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings or reads minutes.
• Participates in unit/department orientation/preceptorships.
• Accepts responsibility for assessment of self-learning needs and identifies resources to accomplish continued personal and professional development.
• Actively participates in hospital and department committees as assigned.
• Attends all mandatory in-services annually.
• Makes independent decisions.
• Requires minimum supervision.
• Displays professional pride.
• Demonstrates an understanding of and adherence to HCAs Code of Conduct.
• Conduct reflects HCAs values and a commitment to the Code of Conduct.
• Perform all Special Procedures in strict accordance with currently approved practices as outlined in department policy and procedure manual and comply with all applicable federal, state, local and other regulatory requirements.
• Controls the flow of patients within the section, in an efficient and timely fashion.
• Utilizes supportive protective (i.e., radiation shielding) and immobilization devices as required for patient safety and comfort.
• Communicate to the patient the nature of the procedure and answer questions clarifying the procedure for the patient.
• Demonstrates practical application of age-related factors.
• Assures patient rights and privacy are maintained.
• Reports any significant problems related to patient, physicians, procedures, housekeeping, maintenance, supplies, or personnel to the Lead Technologist and/or Assistant Director.
• Properly wear radiation monitoring devices.
• Demonstrates competency in IV access and IV contrast administration.
• Cares for patients while they are in Radiology Department by checking IV's, catheters, tubing airways, and patient monitoring equipment.
• Utilize proper sterile techniques in setting up and performing interventional procedures
• Performs reconstructions/3-D imaging and post procedure of images per protocol.
• Maintains continuing education credits for ARRT licensure.
• Demonstrates competency in operating the power injector in a safe manner per department protocol.
• Works efficiently and performs all exams within allocated timeframe.
• Properly enters charges for exams in RIS (Meditech) in a timely manner.

What qualifications you will need:

Education:

• Graduate of an AMA approved program.

Experience:

• Registered with ARRT.
• BLS certification through American Red Cross (AHA and military certifications accepted) upon hire

Experience:

• Ability to perform Special Procedures following accepted standards and protocols.

Benefits

Stone Springs Hospital Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

StoneSprings Hospital Center has provided quality healthcare services since 2015. We give patient's access to trained physicians and advanced technology. Our 120+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities in Loudoun County. Our medical services include a full-service 24/7 Emergency Department, orthopedics, advanced heart and vascular care, extensive diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology capabilities, minimally invasive robotic surgery and maternal/child health.

At Stone Springs Hospital Center, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worlds Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. 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.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Special Procedures Tech opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

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