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HCA Healthcare Special Procedures Technologist in Austin, Texas
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Introduction
Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) Special Procedures Technologist with St. David's Medical Center you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!
Benefits
St. David's Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the St. David's Medical Center family! We will give you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic Special Procedures Technologist to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential!
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 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 Special Procedures
NIH Stroke Scale must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
St. David's Medical Center (https://stdavids.com/location/st-davids-medical-center) is a full-service hospital located in central Austin, Texas. This 300+ bed facility features a 24-hour emergency department, the regions largest Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) , and the internationally-renowned Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute (https://tcainstitute.com/) and St. David's Neuroscience & Spine Institute (https://stdavids.com/location/st-davids-neuroscience-spine-institute) . The full scope of services (https://stdavids.com/locations/st-davids-medical-center/medical-services.dot) 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 Bariatric Surgery Center (https://stdavidsweightloss.com/) . 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 recognized as one of the World's 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.
"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Special Procedures Technologist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!
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.
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