Special Proced Technologist

Overview

• By growing in every aspect of patient experience and quality, Catholic Health is becoming the most preferred choice on Long Island.
• From the bedside to the exam room to training and safety and every human moment in between — we’re dedicated to providing better care for our communities.
• Every patient.
• Every moment.
• That’s what it means to be dedicated to better.
• A member of Catholic Health, Good Samaritan University Hospital, is a non-profit 537- bed (including 100 nursing home beds) teaching hospital and a member of Catholic Health.
• With almost 900 physicians on staff, and a level I Trauma Center, we care for well over 100,000 patients annually across the south shore of Long Island.
• Our reputation for excellence is built on great choices and empowered leadership, and fosters a team that is focused on evidence based practice, continual learning and exceptional quality of care.

Job Details

The Interventional/Special Procedures Technologist will provide proficient technical support by assisting the physician with patient preparation, intra and post-interventional/surgical procedures, management of supplies and devices and assisting with direct patient care. Responsible for safe and effective operation of radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment as well as specialized imaging and technical equipment used for procedures. Is a patient/family educator, advocate and liaison.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge to perform specialized technical skills in vascular, non-vascular, and interventional procedures.
• Participates in the diagnosis and treatment of invasive procedures.
• Assist the radiologist and nursing team for interventional procedures.
• Maintains a high-level of competency as it relates to the operation of all radiographic equipment, including C-arm, O-arm, Hybrid Equipment Rooms, Power Injector and Interventional suites.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Radiology is required
• NYDOH License is required
• ARRT Certification is required
• BLS/CPR Certification by American Heart Association is required
• One (1) or more years of experience as a practicing OR x-ray technologist in a high volume setting is preferred