X-Ray Technologist Limited

About Sheridan Memorial HospitalAt Sheridan Memorial Hospital, we are proud to be ranked in the top 13.6% of hospitals rated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. We believe that our ability to deliver excellent healthcare begins with our people, and we are proud of our more than 850 skilled, experienced, and caring employees. We have over 100 providers who specialize in 25 areas of expertise. Our facility is state-of-the-art, and we are dedicated to providing outstanding patient-centered care.Nestled at the foothills of the Big Horn Mountains in northern Wyoming, spectacular scenery and outdoor activities abound. Our hospital has the latest technology and equipment comparative to that of many larger facilities, and you will find our staff is friendly, compassionate, caring, and courteous. We focus on creating and nurturing a workplace that encourages, recognizes, and rewards individual effort and creativity. Leadership is responsive to changing modes of healthcare delivery and adapts accordingly. We value effective communication and honesty and believe teamwork based on mutual respect is key to success.Job SummaryCredentialed Limited Scope x-ray technologist, able to take call in diagnostic procedures. Maintain QI project. The position requires some on-call duties.Essential Duties/ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of equipment to minimize hazards of electric shock, burns and extraneous radiation to patients. Responsible for safe handling of equipment and images. Instructs and prepares patients for radiographic and/or fluoroscopic examinations. Selects appropriate equipment to use for procedure. Determines most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly. Able to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure - makes appropriate physician/nurse contact for intervention. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Understands special radiographic examinations requiring special equipment and procedures such as: interventional procedures, mammograms, hysterosalpingograms, cholangiography, arthrograms, myelograms and OR procedures.Programs portable or stationary x-ray machines and makes radiographs for a variety of examinations. Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures. Assists in maintaining basic records and reports. Assists in training of students and ancillary personnel. Interacts professionally with patient/family. Completes all work before clocking out and leaving. This includes checking with nurses’ stations. Knowledgeable of fire and safety regulations. Has knowledge of hospital policies and the functions of the other departments. Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric and general population. Sends images to PACS.Position QualificationsEducation / Experience / License and CertificationsFuture Graduate from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained.Certified by the State of Wyoming with limited scope license to practice and administer radiation.High School or GED equivalent, required. Current BLS certification, required.Capable of performing Diagnostic Radiology call.Capable of performing all Diagnostic Radiology procedures.Previous experience under a Board Certified Radiologist as a student. Needs some mentoring.Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.Additional SkillsAbility to read and communicate effectively in English.Additional languages preferred. Basic computer knowledgeSpecific demands not listed: Possible exposure to blood and or body fluids / infectious disease / hazardous waste requiring the use of Personal Protective Equipment. Exposure to odorous chemicals / specimens and Latex products.Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening is required.Sheridan Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here.