Special Procedures Technician Jobs in California
A Special Procedures Technician in the radiology field plays a crucial role in diagnosing and treating patients by assisting physicians in performing specialized procedures using advanced diagnostic imaging technology. Their responsibilities encompass preparing patients for procedures, operating imaging equipment such as X-ray, CT, and MRI machines, monitoring patients during the procedure, and ensuring the images are of high quality for accurate interpretation by the radiologist. They must follow safety guidelines to protect patients and staff from radiation exposure and maintain accurate patient records.
Important skills for a Special Procedures Technician include strong technical and analytical skills, attention to detail, effective communication skills, and ability to work well under pressure. They should be able to work well in a team and have a good understanding of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology. They should have a certification from an accredited radiologic technology program and hold a state license if required. Prior to becoming a Special Procedures Technician, a person may have roles like Radiologic Technologist, MRI Technologist, or CT Technologist, which provide the necessary experience and foundational knowledge.
Cardiovascular Technologist, Non-Invasive Cardiology - Per Diem, Variable (8hr)
- Laguna Hills, CA
- 3 hours ago
- Laguna Hills, CA
- 3 hours ago
Title\: Cardiovascular Tech, Non-Invasive Location\: Saddleback Memorial Hospital Department\: Non-Invasive Cardiology Status\: Per Diem Shift\: Variable (8hr) Pay Rate*\: $45.00/hr MemorialCare...
Local Contract Echo-Vascular Technician - $74-78 per hour
- Palo Alto, CA
- 11 hours ago
- Palo Alto, CA
- 11 hours ago
Host Healthcare is seeking a local contract Echo-Vascular Technician for a local contract job in Palo Alto, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Echo-Vascular Technician...
Technologist is responsible for the performance of advance cardiovascular and interventional imaging procedures....
Cardiovascular Technologist Relocation Assistance Offered Full time, Day
- Eureka, CA
- 1 day ago
- Eureka, CA
- 1 day ago
Technologist is responsible for the performance of advance cardiovascular and interventional imaging procedures....
Description: Vascular technologists assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of disorders affecting the vascular system. Vascular technologists perform non-invasive...
- Los Angeles, CA
- 1 day ago
- Los Angeles, CA
- 1 day ago
procedures Strong verbal and written communication skills Critical thinking skills Problem solving skills Computer skills Required Experience Current California Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) & Fluoroscopy...
Degree in a Science base or related field CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE: BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support CRT-Certified Radiologic Technologist OR RHF-Radiology Fluoroscopy...
Cardiovascular Technologist (Certified) - Cath Lab
- National City, CA
- 2 days ago
- National City, CA
- 2 days ago
Overview Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Paradise Valley Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers...
Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team....
Ultrasound Tech - Vascular Lab - Sharp Coronado Hospital - Variable Shift - Per Diem
- Coronado, CA
- 3 days ago
- Coronado, CA
- 3 days ago
Performs exams and positions according to department imaging, cardiac, or vascular ultrasound protocols. Labels and identifies studies correctly using legal marker set....
Registered Cardiovascular Technologist (RCVT) - Travel - Days - Lancaster, CA
- Torrance, CA
- 4 days ago
- Torrance, CA
- 4 days ago
Job OpeningsRegistered Cardiovascular Technologist (RCVT) - Travel - Days - Lancaster, CA 24-Hour Medical Staffing Services, LLC is hiring an experienced Registered Cardiovascular Technologist...
Special Procedures Technologist, Per Diem, Day Shift-12 Hr, Cath Lab
- Glendale, CA
- 7 days ago
- Glendale, CA
- 7 days ago
Preferred Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice: Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Essential Functions: Operates diagnostic...
Tech NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) / RN RDCS (Echo Tech) - Adult / Ultrasound Tech Oncology / RN Vascular (RVT) / Ultrasound Tech Operating Room (OR) / RN Vascular IR Tech PACU / RN X-Ray / Radiology...
Vascular Ultrasound Technologist Vascular Ultrasound Technologist
- Costa Mesa, CA
- 7 days ago
- Costa Mesa, CA
- 7 days ago
Vascular Ultrasound Technologist Position ID 27759711 Location COSTA MESA, CA, 92626 Other Location Description Job Summary: The Vascular Ultrasound Technologist performs both routine and advanced vascular...
Special Procedures Technologist - WCMC Cardiac Catheterization Services - Part Time - 10 Hour - Days
- Walnut Creek, CA
- 7 days ago
- Walnut Creek, CA
- 7 days ago
The Special Procedures Radiologic Technologist working in the Cardiac Cath lab and angiography functions as scrub assistant to the physician performing radiographic procedures using angiographic imaging...
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- Registered Nurse
- Radiology Tech
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Radiation Protection
- C-Arm
- Sonography
- Correct Coding Initiative
- Special Procedures
- Ultrasonography
- Vascular Sonography
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Cardiovascular Ultrasound
- Picture Archiving & Communication System
- Diagnostic Ultrasound
- Fluoroscopy
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Vascular Ultrasound
- Imaging
- Medical Imaging
- Interventional Radiology
- Revision Control System
- Echocardiography
- Cath Lab
- Vascular
- X-Rays
- Ultrasound
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Diagnosis
- Outpatient
- Surgery
- Acute Care
- Electrocardiogram
- Infection Control
- Safety Management
- Pediatrics
- Diagnostic
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Care
- Nursing
- Referrals
- Health Care
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Quality Control
- Quality Assurance
- Documentation
- Inventory Management
- Policy Development
- Research Skills
- Organization
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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