Details: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Department: Radiology
POSITION SUMMARY:
Performs procedures on patients of all ages, according to approved protocols, radiation safety, and established exam indicators. Schedules and obtains history from patients. Evaluates the appropriateness of requested exams to assist radiologists. Maintains knowledge of equipment and instruments/supplies pertinent to high quality exams. Provides effective internal and external patient communication consistent with age and mental capacity.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:
Education: Graduation from an accredited radiologic technology program is required. Associate degree is preferred. Proficient in CT or Mammography.
Licensure: Current WY license or a temporary license upon hire and Current National Registry (ARRT) required. Current Basic Life Support certification preferred.
Work Experience: Minimum of 1 years of experience in the medical imaging setting preferred
Free from illegal use of drugs, and free from the use and effects of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
Persons who have been found guilty by a court of law of abusing, neglecting or mistreating individuals in a health care related setting are ineligible for employment in this position.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
BEHAVIORAL REQUIREMENTS:
Promote facility mission, vision and values through daily work assignments; communications with co-workers, patients and families; practice accountability in work product; and advocate for higher quality of care.
Must possess a team-oriented attitude and adhere to a continued willingness to implement new systems of operation when changes are required to promote patient and facility health, safety and satisfaction.
Will engage every customer encounter with a high degree of service excellence focusing on creating a welcoming environment, anticipating customer needs and providing excellent communication at all levels of the encounter to help the customer feel at ease, informed and confident in the care received.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and activities simultaneously. Must be able to prioritize projects and handle change productively when assigned additional tasks/projects.
Conduct self in a professional, courteous manner with co-workers, staff and the public in order to maintain a cooperative relationship among the healthcare teams. Must adhere to a philosophy and culture of teamwork and cooperation at all times.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Prepares and positions patients for x-rays and selects exposure factors accurately.
Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
Interpersonal communication and professional conduct expectations.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups (Neonate, Child, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric as applicable).
Revenue Management: ensures the accuracy of documenting services and supplies provided to the patients.
Performs ordered procedures according to subspecialty protocols and procedures, ensuring that optimum exams are acquired in an efficient and timely manner.
Draws blood samples for processing and obtains IV access for administration of contrast.
Responds to all patient care according to facility’s policies and procedures for patient care including, but not limited to, Patient Safety-Zero Harm, Two-Patient Identifiers, Lock-down Procedures, Code Blue Preparedness, Universal Precautions, Radiation Safety Standards and CPR.
Keeps accurate and updated documentation of medications (contrast) on inventory and medications (contrast) utilized
Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity. Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted.
Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Prevents patients from being exposed to unnecessary radiation.
Performs patient assessment and communicates actively with healthcare team. Completes all required documentation related to patient, procedure, and exam charges.
Adapts imaging methodology using approved modifications and communication with physician as needed.
Serves and protects the hospital community by adhering to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements.
Establishes a clean, orderly, safe and professional work environment. Reports equipment malfunctions in a timely manner and actively assists in arranging repairs following established process.
Attend scheduled in-services and attend periodic continuing education.
Maintains patient confidentiality and demonstrates honesty and integrity at all times in the care and use of resident and facility property.
Able to respond to needs of facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week when on call.
Observes all Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations and facility policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
Able to carry out the essential functions of this job (with or without reasonable accommodation) without posing specific, current risk of substantial harm to health and safety of self and others.
NOTE: The essential functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks, responsibilities and/or schedules may change as documented and outlined by the incumbent’s immediate manager.
PHYSICAL, PSYCHOLOGICAL AND ERGONOMIC REQUIREMENTS:
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