Animas Surgical Hospital

Completes daily diagnostic imaging studies within the modalities of MRI, CT, Digital Radiography, Dexa, and C-Arm to produce quality images for diagnostic purposes.. Produces imaging in accordance with optimum standards for radiologist interpretation.. Graduation from an ARRT approved program in Radiology Technology.. Current CPR certification; registration through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, R.T. (R) (CT) (MR). Minimum of two (2) years experience as technologist in a surgical setting with a strong working knowledge of RT, CT, MRI

radiology technician

Job Summary Completes daily diagnostic imaging studies within the modalities of MRI, CT, Digital Radiography, Dexa, and C-Arm to produce quality images for diagnostic purposes. Reports to: Radiology Team Leader and Director of Outpatient Services Essential Job Functions Obtains patient history and allergies, informs patients of study, safety, contrast media contraindications. Maintains a safe environment for the patient, staff, and visitors in and around radiology department including the MRI Suite. Provides patient instructions related to exam including breathing, communication, observation and length of study, along with post study instructions. Enters required patient information accurately into the EHR; scans patients in accordance with specified appropriate protocol. Produces imaging in accordance with optimum standards for radiologist interpretation. Including appropriate imaging recons. Completes notes on each patient in PACS. Performs assigned responsibilities as epidural pain management technologist during procedures. Performs assigned responsibilities as C-arm fluoro in OR and procedure technologist as necessary for injections. Demonstrates the spirit of the philosophy, mission, and values of the hospital through words and actions and implements them into departmental processes, programs, and the working environment. Applies the principles and values of customer service and continuous quality improvement while performing day to day activities of the position. Maintains and protects confidentiality regarding all aspects of patient care, personnel and strategic issues. Adheres to Confidentiality Policy. Maintains positive working relationships and fosters cooperative work environment. Adheres to the hospital’s Guidelines for Appropriate Conduct in the HR Manual. Displays honesty and mutual respect when communicating with peers and other departments. Follows through on problems that may compromise effective job performance by using appropriate chain of command. Utilize concepts of age/developmental stages in interactions with patients and families. Minimum Requirements Education: Graduation from an ARRT approved program in Radiology Technology. Certification, Licensure: Current CPR certification; registration through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, R.T. (R) (CT) (MR) Experience, Training, Knowledge: Minimum of two (2) years experience as technologist in a surgical setting with a strong working knowledge of RT, CT, MRI Physical Requirements Lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling up to fifty (50) pounds while administering care to patients, etc. Stooping, kneeling, and/or crouching daily in delivery of patient care, obtaining equipment, etc. Standing and walking more than five (5) hours per day in administering patient care in multiple rooms. Running occasionally in responding to patient care emergencies. Reaching, grasping, handling, and/or feeling five (5) or more hours per day in administering patient care, i.e. operating various radiologic equipment. Working Conditions/Environmental Exposures Environmental hazards such as chemicals, solvents, needles, needle containers, sharps, blood, body fluids, various infectious/communicable diseases, infectious medical waste, radiation, and/or radioactive materials and/or radioactive waste, proximity to moving mechanical parts. Protective clothing/equipment may be necessary. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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