Interventional Special Procedure Technologist
Interventional Special Procedure Technologist at Wellstar Health System — Augusta, Georgia, US
- Company: Wellstar Health System
- Location: Augusta, Georgia, US
- Employment type: FULL_TIME
- Posted: 2026-06-19
About this role
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
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Schedule & Incentives
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This role is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000.
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This role can offer a competitive relocation assistance package for eligible candidates
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A fullâ€'time position with a Monday-Friday rotating day shift Schedule
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Benefits program that includes PTO, mental health support, wellness rooms, concierge services and more
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Access to Wellstar’s CareerCare program for fully funded education and guided career progression Job Summary
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We are seeking a FT Interventional Special Procedure Technologist .
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The Registered Radiology Technologist must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs.
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Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative.
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Assists with providing safe, age appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams provided by the department according to department procedures.
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Has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study.
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Responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of the equipment for the diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases.
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Able to independently perform job functions. Sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patient for the procedure. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions Equipment
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Demonstrates the ability to adjust technique so that patient receives the lowest possible dose of ionizing radiation and that image quality is maintained.
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Reports problems regarding malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or service provider, so that problem can be corrected in a timely manner.
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Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment in accordance with infection control policy and department schedule.
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Ability to operate all aspects of the system.
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Ability to operate all radiographic equipment in a safe and competent manner, assuring that equipment is not abused and is left in good working order. Patient Care
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Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data and assesses for contraindicating conditions.
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Follows established procedures for the administration of contrast medias so that no patient condition deteriorates, and no patient suffers undue pain, due to error or poor technique if applicable.
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Ensures that all studies have proper patient identification and right and left marker are utilized appropriately.
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Reviews radiographic images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients.
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Responds to emergency situations and provides for the restocking of the crash cart and maintenance of life support equipment if applicable.
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Assists other technologists in all modalities when needed if applicable.
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Observes patient condition and properly evaluates situations when physician intervention is necessary so that no patient condition deteriorates as the result of misjudgment.
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Verifies two unique patient identifiers and correct clinical order prior to performing a procedure per policy.
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Ensures patient's privacy and comfort is accommodated.
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Demonstrates competence in the determination and application of appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on the age of patients.
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Organizes schedule, time and priorities so that required activities are accomplished within designated time frames.
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Uses critical thinking skills.
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Asks clarifying questions.
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Seeks clarification on ambiguous orders.
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Understands, demonstrates and documents preprocedural verification and Time Out process when appropriate if applicable.
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Demonstrates and understands pre-and-post procedural care.
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Preps the patient for the procedure.
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Demonstrates and understands sterile technique if applicable.
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Maintains competency with venipuncture, where applicable. Education and Communication
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Patiently and clearly explains purpose and nature of exam to patient prior to starting of procedure, to minimize anxiety and facilitate cooperation using AIDET; Acknowledge, Introduce, Discuss, Explain, and Thank you of all patients and family members.
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Ensures that patient's questions, concerns or contraindications are satisfactorily addressed, notifying physician when this cannot be accomplished, prior to the initiation of the procedure.
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Participates in the orientation and training of departmental employees.
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Provides patients with preparatory instruction and explanation of procedures.
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Required documentation is concise, legible and includes precise terminology.
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Reads email each day scheduled to work and follows through with assignment.
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Completes mandatory departmental and Hospital-wide education without prompting. Quality Control
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Consistently produces high quality images including appropriate collimation, shielding, technique selection, penetration and positioning.
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Ensures that equipment is fully operational prior to each use, by checking for proper calibration and operating deficiencies.
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Sends all studies to PACS; prints CD’s as necessary. All exams are complete in RIS including image oriented, marked, labeled, and notes are accurate.
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Studies that have been transmitted after hours by teleradiography are printed and scanned into PACS, if applicable.
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Checks for prior exams and assures that they are loaded, if necessary, and properly labeled prior to sending to PACS. Operations
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Restocks linens and supplies, and maintains Diagnostic Imaging Services in clean and orderly condition.
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Transports patients, positions patients, and helps them on and off procedure table.
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Performs patient charging activities on the day the service is rendered.
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Applies shielding, supportive and immobilization devices and equipment.
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Willingly lends knowledge and assistance to others upon request as needed and routinely as time is available, without prompting, so that all working time is used for departmental advantage.
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Performs routine duties of clerical and support personnel in accordance with procedure when warranted to ensure continuity and quality of services.
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Keeps supervisor informed on all responsibilities on an ongoing basis, ensuring prompt notification in the event of problems or potential problems.
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