What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic Technologist Surgery position at orthotalent?
Facility: OrthoIndy Hospital, Brownsburg, IN
Department: OIH Surg Rad Techs
Shift Details: Part\-time, 24 hours per week, three 8 hour weekday shifts, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. No call, weekends or major holidays! Benefits include pro-rated PTO accrual and eligibility to join our 401K with generous match after 90 days of service!
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At OrthoIndy, we
provide leading-edge bone, joint, spine and muscle care from 22 locations
throughout Central Indiana, staying true to our mission and our patients by
offering a full range of procedures and treatment options. We have over 100 physicians in our practice
and we continue to be one of the most highly respected and trusted orthopedic
practices in the Midwest. OrthoIndy has
received national recognition for patient safety and orthopedic excellence and
our philosophy is a physician-owned hospital model where patients experience
superior service, safety and patient satisfaction because physicians are
involved in every aspect of your care. OrthoIndy is also the official orthopedic
provider for the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever.
OrthoIndy Hospital West, located in Brownsburg, Indiana, provides outpatient
care for patients that includes an urgent care, clinic, imaging and physical
therapy. OI West also performs
outpatient procedures and surgeries in our two operating rooms.
General Statement of Duties:
The Radiologic Technologist Surgery takes images of various portions of the body by operating radiologic equipment according to developmental factors and age specifics under supervision and as directed by a Physician.
Essential Duties:
- Operates radiology equipment, including but not limited to: OEC C-arm, O-arm, Siemens, AMX portable, mini OEC and mini ortho scan. Operates radiology equipment with knowledge of the following; total joint placement and replacement, ORIF and arthroscopic surgeries on all extremities, spine general, and physiatry. Intra-operative and post-operative portable imaging. Assists physicians with image guided injections, under physician guidance. Passes medications needed during exams. Utilizes digital subtraction and angiography.
- Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
- Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
- Observes patients during procedure. Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted.
- Performs specialized imaging procedures such as nonvascular interventional and therapeutic procedures.
- Assists with image guided biopsies and radiofrequency ablations of tumors.
- Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Ensures all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.
- Applies operating room traffic patterns and aseptic technique. Applies sterile technique principles. Complies to surgical attire.
- Assists with procedures and provide diagnostic aid by conducting organ or body scans on patients. Assists physicians with image guided injections.
- Assists surgeon in research projects.
Requirements:
- Associate's degree required in Radiologic Technology
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (A.R.R.T.) certification required
- BLS certification required
- 1-2 years of experience required; 2-4 years of experience preferred
OrthoIndy is an Equal Opportunity Employer