Special Procedures Technologist

Special Procedures Technologist

Radiology candidates who accept a part-time or full-time position with University Hospitals are eligible for: competitive hourly rate, additional compensation of $7.25 per hour for Cleveland Medical Center only, 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, full-time day shift position.

A brief overview: The Special Procedures Tech 1 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 perform 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.

Qualifications: Education associate's degree or completion of an accredited 2-year program in a school of radiologic technology. (Required) or work experience 1+ years experience as a registered technologist. (Preferred) and 1+ years as a registered radiologic technologist with IR experience (Preferred) and knowledge, skills, & abilities able to perform interventional procedures in specified areas. (Required proficiency) clear knowledge of modality specific equipment, computers, inventory systems, PACS, EMR and RIS. (Required proficiency) clear knowledge of image and exam protocols. (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) able to work independently and as a collaborative member of procedural team. (Required proficiency) able to troubleshoot and solve problems as they arise. (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 up to 50 lbs, carrying frequently up to 50 lbs, pushing frequently up to 50 lbs, pulling frequently up to 50 lbs, climbing occasionally up to 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.

Travel requirements: 10%

Primary location: United States-Ohio-Cleveland work locations: 11100 Euclid Avenue Cleveland 44106 job: radiology / radiation oncology organization: CMC_operations schedule: full-time employee status: regular-shift days job type: standard job level: entry level travel: no remote work: no job posting: May 27, 2026, 3:10:37 PM