Radiology Technician

Distinctive Home & Health Care is a leading provider of healthcare to serve military installations across the United States. Our team of professionals is dedicated to providing the highest quality of service and support for each one of our clients. Distinctive Healthcare is currently seeking to hire a full time Radiology Technician at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Marianna, located at 3625 FCI Road, Marianna, FL 32446..

Qualifications:

• The contract employee shall be fully licensed to perform radiological procedures by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist.
• Must have at least three or more years of experience.
• Must be Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certified, in accordance with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Must possess and submit evidentiary documentation of graduation from an accredited school of radiology technology.

Duties:

Must be capable of performing any and all radiology procedures needed without any technical support. The current radiological equipment provided at the institution is a General Electric Proteus X-Ray Machine. Knowledge of portable x-ray equipment is preferred but not required.

1. Perform routine radiologic procedures ordered by the medical staff for the inmate population at the institution.

2. Transmit, retrieve X-ray images and reports electronically, and scan reports into inmates' Bureau Electronic Medical Record (BEMR).

3. Receive training to retrieve radiographic consults from BEMR and schedule them to perform all radiographic procedures.

4. Work with an inmate population from a variety of cultural, racial, religious and ethnic backgrounds.

5. Evaluate radiographic equipment for calibrations and repairs.

6. Possess knowledge of basic emergency situations that may occur during special radiographic procedures.

7. Schedule exams and maintain records.

8. Possess knowledge of various pathological abnormalities as demonstrated by radiographic imaging.

9. Independently assess and select technical exposure factors and positions necessary to obtain a proper quality diagnostic exam. Receive patients and explain procedures to alleviate undue anxiety.

10. Independently perform all radiographic procedures; i.e., chest, bone, skull, spine, and portable xrays, etc.

11. Notify Radiologist, or referring Physician of any preliminary abnormalities seen while patient is undergoing an exam, so that additional views, or exams can be ordered if needed.

12. Coordinate transfer of patient radiologic records to ensure continuity of care.

13. Work with Clinical Director to ensure monitoring and evaluation activities are completed.

14. Act as liaison between radiologist and medical staff.

15. Receive training and orientation and comply with correctional techniques as they pertain to medical services.

16. Develop a working knowledge of the local medical protocols.

17. Wear outer protective clothing and obey Center for Disease Control universal precautions at all times.

18. Function in other duties commensurate of a Radiology Technician.

19. Computerization and printing of daily log

20. Computerization and printing of exam requisitions

21. Printing of all folder and exam labels

22. Completing all x-ray studies ordered by the medical staff

23. Preparing x-rays for shipment to the radiologist for interpretation

24. Transport of x-rays to radiologist for interpretation

25. Transport all x-rays from radiologist after interpretation

26. Assisting the staff with maintenance of equipment and supplies, and notifying staff when supplies are needed

27. Conducting quality assurance tests and daily maintenance on x-ray equipment as needed

28. Assisting with FDA inspections and preparation for TJC and program review as needed

29. Assuring that all x-ray requests are completed properly

30. Computerization of patient logs and repeat analysis

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Marianna, FL 32446 (Required)

Work Location: In person