Radiology Technologist I

Northern Light Blue Hill Hospital

Department : Imaging

Position is located :Northern Light Blue Hill Hospital

Work Type : PRN

Hours Per Week: No Hours Assigned

Work Schedule : Variable

Summary :

Operates x-ray equipment to make radiographs of various anatomical structures of the body with the least discomfort to the patient to provide images of diagnostic quality. Works with patients, providers, families, co-workers, and other departments to provide high quality images and patient care. On call and holiday rotation required.

Responsibilities :

• Will reliably report to work as scheduled.
• Will act as a role model for other employees within the department and organization.
• Will adhere to professional appearance policy / dress code.
• Will maintains and exhibit a professional, positive attitude towards co-workers, work, and organization.
• Will follow the expectations described in the Employee Expectations of Performance.
• Will demonstrate a commitment to co-workers, job duties, and organization (e.g., team player).
• Will provide excellent customer service, both for internal and/or external customers.
• Will respond to phone calls, voice mail messages, and emails in a timely manner.
• Will prioritize work flow to keep patient waiting to the least amount possible.
• Will complete HealthStream training as required for current year (or preceding year if evaluation occurs in January).
• Will Adhere to "Organization Code of Conduct" and follows all applicable compliance policies/regulations.
• Will works safely and follows all safety policies; reports incidents or hazards immediately.
• Proper handwashing/gelling will be followed at all times.
• Will keep continuing education requirements and necessary license current if applicable.
• Will seeks out ways to reduce operating costs or increase efficiency within role/department.
• Will act in a cost conscious manner with regard to use of supplies.
• Work regularly scheduled budgeted hours .
• Supports and embraces change in job and organization.
• Proactively seeks out solutions to problems.
• Continually develops skills and/or job knowledge.
• Participates in skills training opportunities available to him/her.
• Attends and participates in department meetings and in-services.
• Will participate when asked with notice in service to community events.
• Will act as an agent of the hospital in the community and will support the hospital's mission statement.

Other Information :

Licensed as Radiologic Technologist Required. BLS 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 belonging, 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 Associate's Degree

Working Conditions

• Extend body and limbs to reach items.
• Lifting, moving, and loading over 50 pounds.

Northern Light Blue Hill Hospital located in Blue Hill, Maine is committed to improving the health of the communities we serve. Our Blue Hill community is a beautiful place, and the people who live here deserve the best care possible, as close to home as they can be. At Blue Hill Hospital, we listen to our patients, and we also use community health data, like that collected in our Community Health Needs Assessment , to best serve our communities. Blue Hill Hospital is a member of Northern Light Health, an integrated statewide health delivery system that is raising the bar with no-nonsense solutions that are leading the way to a healthier future for our state . Northern Light Health offers a broad range of services, including nine hospitals, primary care and specialty physician practices, long-term care, home health and hospice agencies, and emergency ground and air transport.

The Blue Hill community is nestled on the scenic Maine coast, surrounded by Penobscot Bay, mountains and exceptional year-round recreation including hiking, biking, boating, fishing, skiing, golf, and more. Our neighborhoods are safe and friendly. We have outstanding schools, active libraries, art, culture, rich history, theater, music, local restaurants, and shops that make this town a unique place to live. We are 40 minutes from Bangor, Maine's third largest city.

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