Travel Special Procedures Tech - $2,927 per week in Los Angeles, CA

Job Title: Special Procedures Technologist Profession: Special Procedures Technologist Specialty: Special Procedures Technologist Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day Shift Hours per Shift: 7am-5:30pm, 8am-6:30pm, 9am-7:30pm Experience: Preferred experience in Cath Lab or Special Procedures License: Required radiologic tech license in the state of practice Certifications: Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor Must-Have: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification preferred Description: Performs, assists, and completes cardiac and vascular radiographic examinations. Performs active radiographic interventional procedures in the cardiovascular lab using a variety of complicated and sophisticated equipment. Operates equipment to produce digital images of designated body portions, as ordered by physicians. Positions and instructs patients for examinations and performs specialized studies. Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast-enhanced radiographs of the heart and cardiovascular system during cardiac catheterization. Aids the physician in diagnostic evaluation and treatment by following specified protocols. Assists physicians with specialized procedures, including special exams. Enters technical factors determined by protocol into the computer. Raises and lowers examining table and manipulates and positions x-ray tube in response to instructions from the physician. Starts automatic injection of contrast medium into blood vessels of the patient. Activates fluoroscope and motion picture camera to produce images that assist the physician in guiding the catheter through the cardiovascular system of the patient. Provides patients with procedure explanations in preparation for exams and clear discharge instructions. Monitors gauges, recorder, and video screens of the multichannel data analysis system that indicates blood pressure, cardiac output, and respiration during imaging. Alerts the physician to changes in patient responses. Monitors and controls environmental factors, including temperature, humidity, and electrical safety. Assists the physician in interventional procedures, such as instilling enzymes or inserting balloons in blood vessels to remove plaque or other blockages. Maintains accurate and updated documentation, adhering to standards. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Adheres to safety and wellbeing protocols. Receives required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter where applicable.