Special Procedures Tech
Company: Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant
Location: Universal City
Posted on: March 29, 2026
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Job Description:
Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA
Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose
and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an)
Special Procedures Tech today with Methodist Hospital Specialty and
Transplant. Job Summary and Qualifications General Statement of
Duties: Responsible for diagnostic imaging equipment to produce
contrast enhanced radiographs of blood vessels to aid physician in
diagnosis and treatment of disease. Operates fluoroscope to aid
physician in viewing image of the guide wire or catheter through
blood vessel to area of interest. Fills automatic injector with
contrast media, sets flow rate, and activates injection of contrast
media into blood vessels of patient, as directed by physician.
Monitors video display of area of interest and adjusts density and
contrast to obtain optimum exposure and starts filming sequence.
Assure that sterile or non-sterile supplies such as contrast
materials, catheters or other required equipment, are present and
in working order or requisition materials Essential Job Functions:
1. Demonstrates competence in all areas of special procedures:
positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, technical factors
and surgical assistance. 2. Must demonstrate the knowledge and
skill necessary to provide care to pediatric, adolescent,
geriatric, adult patients 3. Ensures efficient workflow in Special
Procedures Department by getting patients started on time and
keeping room turnaround time to a minimum. 4. Responsible for the
proper use of the computer system (scheduling exams, patient
tracking, film tracking, proper completion of exams, capture
charges). 5. Understands and follows infection control/universal
precautions in the performance of all job tasks. Maintains order
and cleanliness. Always practices sterile techniques and prevents
cross contamination. 6. Responsible for the care and maintenance of
existing IVs may be responsible for injecting specific medication
under the direction of the physician. Additional Job Functions: 1.
May have access to radiopharmaceuticals, contrast agents and other
non-controlled medications as appropriate to diagnostic and
therapeutic procedures. 2. Will integrate current scientific
knowledge and technology into their work practices, play an active
roll in the orientation and training of new employees and students
and participate in continuing education provided to the department
during work hours. Yearly, Technologist will participate in and
complete their Job Skills/Competency Checklist. 3. Maintain an
atmosphere of professionalism, communicate technical and general
information to, as well as, display consideration to peers, medical
personnel, and customers in a professional manner and promote a
positive image in daily and professional activities. Technologist
will maintain a clean, stocked, orderly work area. 4. All employees
shall facilitate and participate in current and future Radiology
Department CQI monitoring and implement changes accordingly.
Employees shall assist in collection of data, reviewing and
revising the CQI program to be in compliance with accrediting
agencies, hospital goals, departmental policies and procedures. All
employees shall demonstrate knowledge and responsibility for on
going CQI. 5. Supports the mission and vision of the Methodist
Healthcare System and demonstrates excellent customer service at
all times. 6. Understands and is committed to helping the Methodist
Healthcare System and its associated facilities achieve its goals.
7. Must learn and comply with System and facility safety policies
and rules; must use appropriate safety equipment and procedures at
all times; must immediately report all unsafe conditions to
supervisors; must be familiar with all safety features of
equipment, tools or materials encompassed by job duties; and must
check with supervisors (prior to job performance) if there is a
question as to the safe procedure to be used for any job function.
8. Adheres to the MHS Code of Conduct and demonstrates ethical
behavior as expected by our patients, colleagues and the community.
Understands the personal obligation to report any activity that
appears to violate applicable laws, rules, regulations or the Code
of Conduct itself. 9. Completes other duties as assigned. Basic
Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment
start date (ARRT-R) Radiography (RT) Radiologic
Technologist/Radiographer High School Graduate / GED No Travel
Required No experience Required Years of Experience Benefits
Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant, offers a total rewards
package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of
our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental,
vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing
support, including free counseling and referral services Time away
from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and
short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and
retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on
3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock
Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking
partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and
financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition
assistance, student loan assistance, certification support,
dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of
Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building,
adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection
plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft
protection and consumer discounts Learn more about Employee
Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant has been nationally
recognized for its record setting kidney, liver and pancreas
transplant programs. It is home to the Texas Transplant Institute
and is the largest living donor kidney transplant program in the
US. According to the United Network of Organ Sharing database, the
center reached a major milestone in 2019 by performing 231 living
donor kidney transplants in a single year setting a new national
record - that’s 65 more transplants than the second center on the
list. In addition to transplant care, Methodist Hospital Specialty
and Transplant is a full service hospital with over 260 beds that
provides specialized services for liver cancer care, emergency
care, weight loss surgery, urology surgery, vascular surgery,
inpatient rehabilitation, colorectal surgery and behavioral health
care. It is a designated Center of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
Excellence by the American Society for Bariatric Surgery. Our
Sexual Assault Response Team provides a compassionate environment
for sexual assault survivors ages 13, serving as a model for
hospitals and agencies all over the world. Methodist Hospital
Specialty and Transplant prides itself on providing the highest
quality of patient care possible as proven by their consecutive
Grade A scores from the Leapfrog’s Hospital Safety Grade survey and
ranking in the nation’s top quartile for patient experience. For
more information, please visit our website at www.sahealth.com and
select Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant under Locations.
"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's
family first, and the really great institutions will provide care
with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr.
Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for
an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we
encourage you to apply for our Special Procedures Tech opening. We
promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will
be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply
today! We are an equal opportunity employer. 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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