What are the responsibilities and job description for the X-Ray Technologist AART cert REQ position at Gulf Coast Outpatient Surgery Center?
Radiologic Technologist (PRN)
GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB
Operates radiologic equipment to make clinical diagnostic x-ray films as directed by physicians or midlevel providers and performs routine diagnostic procedures according to established standards and practices. Provide for the physical and psychological needs of pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients during the procedure. Maintain accurate patient and department records.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs diagnostic procedures on patients to meet the established practice parameters and standards of care, including:
- Proper positioning/centering of part/patient
- Proper image/patient identification
- Proper, professional patient care and assessment
- Proper radiation protection provided for patient/staff/general public
- Works as a member of the health care team including physicians, nurses and other health care professionals in diagnostic testing procedures
- Adheres to medical and surgical asepsis and standard precautions as required per procedure.
- Performs clerical duties, processes images, and maintains proper inventory of supplies.
- Assists in the clinical education of other health care professionals and patients.
- Assists with quality control/performance improvement measures as required.
- Maintains licensure/certification through continuing education.
SCOPE
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Appropriate education and/or experience may be substituted on an equivalent basis
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Graduate of an accredited School of Radiologic Technology.
Experience:
- OR or Pain Management experience preferred
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
- Registered and certified by the American Registry of Radiologic
- Technologists (ARRT) or registry eligible, obtaining registry within six (6) months of hire.
- Licensed by the state of practice (each state has different licensure requirements).
- BLS Certified
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to make independent decisions using critical thinking, problem solving and perform responsibilities under stressful situations.
- Meet technical standards.
- Possess professional oral and written communication skills
- Intermediate computer skills utilizing MS Office required
Ideal candidate - radiologic technologist - x ray technologist - radiology technologist - x ray tech - CT technologist - x-ray technician - x ray technitian - x-ray tech - x-ray technician
Job Types: Part-time, PRN, Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- AART Certification (xray certification) (Required)
Work Location: In person