Interventional Radiology Special Procedures Tech
Miami, Florida
Kendall Regional Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Special Procedures Tech - Radiology

Location: Miami, Florida
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Information

• Unit: Interventional Radiology – Special Procedures
• Number of Labs: 5
• Staffing: 1-2 RNs + 1-2 Techs per case (depending on complexity)
• Patient Ratios: Approximately 1:4 in holding area, depending on acuity
• Equipment: GE Imaging
• Documentation Systems: MacLab and Meditech
• Shift Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts per week
• Call Requirements: Monthly call shift burden goal less than 15; must float as needed and arrive within 30 minutes when called in

Required Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, ARRT Certification
• Procedural/Certification: RCIS or any procedural/cardiology-centered certification
• Experience:

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in specialty (Special Procedures Tech)
  • Vascular Interventional Radiology procedural experience
  • Neuro-interventional experience (must have neuro experience)
• Knowledge of Cath Lab/IR protocols and procedures
• High-level communication skills

Typical Procedures Performed

• Full scope of Interventional Radiology procedures including:

  • Structural procedures (TAVR, Mitra Clip)
  • Carotid stenting
  • Peripheral arterial cases
  • Lumbar punctures

Additional Preferences

• Certifications such as CVT, ARRT, RCIS preferred
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced unit and function independently

Work Environment & Recognition

• Level 1 Trauma Center
• Recognized as the number one HCA stroke center in the company (June & July 2022)
• Daily huddle calls to foster relationships with Director, staff, and patients
• Gold seal of approval for a well-run department with excellent leadership

Dress Code

• Surgical scrubs provided by the unit

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required or mentioned for this position

This role is ideal for a Special Procedures Tech with strong neuro-interventional experience looking for a travel assignment in a high-acuity, well-recognized interventional radiology department.