What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiology Technician position at Connecticut Orthopaedic Surgery Center LLC?
Connecticut Orthopaedic Surgery Center (COSC) is seeking to fill a Per Diem Radiology Tech position.
About Us:
COSC is an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) that performs minimally invasive muscular-skeletal surgical procedures for patients.
Our Center was formed in 2018 and opened for first cases in October 2019. It represents a unique venture, bringing together, as co-owners, one of the largest orthopedic groups in Connecticut, other long-established community providers, a major hospital system, and the leading ASC management company in the state.
COSC is designed to be a place where patients choose to come, doctors want to operate, and employees want to work. Key features include:
- Same-day total joint replacements, interventional procedures, and a full range of orthopedic surgeries.
- COSC has four (4) operating rooms/an integrated procedure room within the OR.
- The Center utilizes the most advanced sterilization equipment and technology in the marketplace, allowing our center to keep infection rates near zero
At COSC we also offer great benefits such as:
- Competitive Salary
- Health Insurance
- H.S.A or HRA Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Holidays
- PTO
- Free Parking
- 401k with company match
- Company sponsored Life & AD&D Insurance
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for safely and efficiently operating a C-arm/imaging equipment and perform diagnostic x-rays on patients as ordered by physician.
Position Requirements:
- Performs C-Arm Tech duties: sets up equipment and room as needed for exam, and make sure equipment is properly cleaned and stored after each exam;
- Effectively operate C-arm(s) to produce quality image for surgeon to review and print films as requested;
- Maintains all competencies, CEU’s, attends in-services and completes Radiology Safety Test as required.
- Performs Transporter duties;
- Obtains proper documentation &/or patient chart maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition and ensures that it is properly supplied for procedures.
- Check equipment and accessories to ensure proper working order and notify appropriate personnel for repairs.
- Communicates problems on shift with equipment or pending exams with appropriate staff.
- Cleans Operating Room post procedure, including cleaning of equipment/machinery per infection control policies and procedures, as well as according to regulatory standards (ie: AAAHC, AORN, CDC, etc.).
- Assists with inventory and ordering of supplies related to imaging
- Input patient data into the C-Arm
- Assists with preparing the patient for the surgical procedure by positioning and prepping.
- Perform Quality Control and Quality Assurance duties in accordance with the facility’s policies and procedures.
- Participate in Quality Improvement meetings, meeting quality goals, and adhering to quality compliance.
- Participate in Staff Meetings, OSHA Training, HIPAA Training, Infection Control Training, and other training.
Qualifications:
- High School Graduate or Equivalent.
- Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Radiologic Technology
- RT Certification required with current CE documentations.
- One or more years of work experience in pain management and/or Ambulatory Surgery Center/ Hospital experience preferred.
- Proficient with Imaging and related radiology equipment
- CPR certification within probationary period.
- Reads, writes, speaks, and comprehends the English language.
- Intermittent physical mobility/activity including walking, standing, sitting, light lifting, pulling or pushing of carts, equipment, etc. Must be able to bend body downward at the waist; be able to kneel.
- Must be able to perceive objects accurately as to size, temperature and texture.
- Must have auditory acuity.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
- Mental and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.