Radiology Technologist

PRN - day/eve/weekends 

Starting pay - $31.41 - $39.26 based on experience

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Radiological Technologist Program required
• Licensed by the ARRT and in good standing with CE’s
• Prior experience preferred
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed
• Displays a good understanding of age-related developmental issues

Job Responsibilities:

• Identifies each patient and reviews each patient’s requisition.
• Records pertinent data on radiological requisition at all times.
• Assesses patient condition and ensures patient safety through proper use of restraint/support devices.
• Ability to safely transport and transfer patients on and off equipment.
• Reviews each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed examination to appropriate supervisor, and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure.
• Identifies anatomical orientation on all required images and ensures proper film identification on all images.
• Coordinates radiographic examination to ensure the quality and continuity of patient care, and assists with the management of the workflow of the department to ensure the completion of work assignments in the absence of the supervisor.
• Uses computer system in documenting correctly and accurately patient information to ensure the quality of patient care.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform all necessary computer operations to ensure proper examination, documentations, and charges.
• Demonstrates the ability to organize patient care and sets priorities by providing critical care first and by implementing the clinician’s orders.
• Explains procedure to the patient to facilitate cooperation and relieve anxiety.
• Performs “file librarian” and “transporter” responsibilities as required.
• Monitors inventory of supplies and notifies appropriate supervisor when stock is low.
• Always demonstrates awareness of radiation safety procedures for self and others.
• Regularly prepares and administers contrast media.
• Documents and performs venipuncture with 95% accuracy.
• Charts and delivers radiology reports to medical station or clinician as needed with 100% accuracy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Salary : $31 - $39