Clinic Radiologic Technologist

CommonSpirit Health•Lavista, NE

13d

About The Position

From primary to specialty care, as well as walk-in and virtual services, CHI Health Clinic delivers more options and better access so you can spend time on what matters: being healthy. We offer more than 20 specialties and 100 convenient locations; with some clinics offering extended hours. Job Summary and Responsibilities Sign-on Bonus Eligible Assesses patients and their abilities to participate in ordered procedures. Provides a clear explanation of the procedure including; duration, process, and what to expect following completion. Provides patient education as appropriate. Obtains patient consent for care and ensures patient confidentiality. Selects proper equipment, setting correct technical factors, procedure protocols and gathers proper supplies prior to performance of the procedure. Recognizes all radiation safety standards including “Image Gently” and “Image Wisely”. Understands and follows all rules around radiation protection including wearing of lead protection when there is a possibility of exposure. Obtains clear and complete history from the patient and/or patient record and records that data into patient record to assist in image interpretation and future patient encounters. Performs quality assessment of images obtained and is able to evaluate equipment issues and escalates concerns as indicated. Completes quality tests on equipment as required. Participates in and has a good understanding of all department, campus and system quality improvement projects, Radiation Safety, ALARA, and State Regulations as they apply to staff’s license or certifications.

Requirements

Graduate of a Radiologic Technology program
RTR
BLS-CPR
MRAD:NE
If working in a unit located in or traveling to Iowa, or a Behavioral Health/Psych unit: Mandatory Reporter Adult and Mandatory Reporter Child - within 6 months; tracked through Learning system
Demonstrated ability to set and maintain multiple priorities in an environment with shifting priorities, while providing accurate deliverables in a timely fashion
Self-motivated, and takes ownership of projects/assignments
Team player with excellent follow-up and customer service skills
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and writing skills
Interpersonal skills in dealing with guests and team members

Responsibilities

Assesses patients and their abilities to participate in ordered procedures.
Provides a clear explanation of the procedure including; duration, process, and what to expect following completion.
Provides patient education as appropriate.
Obtains patient consent for care and ensures patient confidentiality.
Selects proper equipment, setting correct technical factors, procedure protocols and gathers proper supplies prior to performance of the procedure.
Recognizes all radiation safety standards including “Image Gently” and “Image Wisely”.
Understands and follows all rules around radiation protection including wearing of lead protection when there is a possibility of exposure.
Obtains clear and complete history from the patient and/or patient record and records that data into patient record to assist in image interpretation and future patient encounters.
Performs quality assessment of images obtained and is able to evaluate equipment issues and escalates concerns as indicated.
Completes quality tests on equipment as required.
Participates in and has a good understanding of all department, campus and system quality improvement projects, Radiation Safety, ALARA, and State Regulations as they apply to staff’s license or certifications.