Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital

Department: Imaging

Position is located: Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital located in Ellsworth, Maine

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 36 Hours per Week

Work Schedule: Variable

This position is eligible for a $10,000 sign on bonus for new graduates and a $15,000 sign on bonus for Techs with 2 years or more of experience. 

*Current employees of any Northern Light Health Organization or those with service breaks less than a year are not eligible* 

Summary:

Under the direction of the Manager, Radiology, the CT/Radiologist Technologist performs a variety of imaging procedures, including CT procedures and is responsible for patient safety protocols. Functions as the first line interface with customers in the successful accomplishment of their imaging needs.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of equipment to minimize hazards of electric shock, burns and extraneous radiation to patients. • Correlates clinical history with the test performed. • Determines most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly. • Responsible for safe handling of equipment. • Instructs and prepares patients for mammography examinations. • Accurately completes patient assessment forms. • Able to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure – makes appropriate physician contact for intervention. • Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. • Makes special radiographic examinations requiring special equipment and procedures relating to mammography such as: needle localizations, magnification views, spot compression views and post-surgical examinations. • Ability to complete all phases of processing the exam to include loading patient demographics, imaging, processing images and transferring images to PACS. • Adheres to prescribed standards for Radiation Safety. • Works directly with patients, mammography staff, surgeons, and radiologist to ensure the best quality patient care. • Transports patients, specimens, and instruments to their proper destinations. • Responsible for machine and room cleanup after procedures. • Ensures result letters are printed and mailed in a timely fashion. • Processes laser printed x-ray films. • Practices medical and surgical aseptic techniques/procedures. • Assists in maintaining basic records and reports. • Assists in maintaining files. • Assists the mammography supervisor regarding any scheduling conflicts or changes that may arise. • Assists in training students and ancillary personnel. • Performs highest quality imaging consistent with prescribed examination, documents and deviation. • Interacts professional with patient/family. • Understands and practices proper use of all equipment, never operates equipment inconsistent with manufacturer’s instruction. • Completes all work before clocking out and leaving. This includes all patient examinations, paperwork and checking with appropriate personnel and departments. • Provides care appropriate to condition and age of patient, including pediatric, geriatric and general population. • Cleans and makes minor adjustments to equipment. • Accepts and acts upon constructive criticism to upgrade abilities. • Offers assistance and/or instruction to coworkers. • Participates in community events to help educate patients and community. • Demonstrates knowledge of new equipment in Department. • Adheres to Attendance and Punctuality Policy which includes but is not limited to: • Reporting to work on time and when scheduled • Taking breaks per policy • Requesting time off with appropriate lead time • Maintains and is responsible for QA and MQSA data. • Assists director with development and implementation of policies and protocols to assure compliance with regulatory bodies.

Other Information:

Licensed as Radiologic Technologist Required.

Competencies and Skills

• Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.
• Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of diversity, inclusion, empowerment and cooperation.
• Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
• Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.

Credentials

• Required Radiologic Tech-Radiographer

Education

• Required High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED)

Working Conditions

• Potential exposure to abusive and/or aggressive people.
• Potential exposure to diseases or infections.
• Potential exposure to hazardous materials.
• Potential exposure to noise levels being uncomfortable.
• Potential exposure to noxious odors.
• Potential exposure to very hot or cold temperatures.
• Work with computers, typing, reading or writing.
• Lifting, moving and loading 20 to 30 pounds.
• Prolonged periods of sitting.