Diagnostic Radiology/CT Technologist - 12 hrs/wk, 3rd shift

Blanchard Valley Health System • Bluffton, OH

83d

About The Position

The purpose of the Bluffton Diagnostic Radiology CT Technologist is to acquire the highest quality medical images in multiple modalities under the direction and supervision of a Radiologist, employ the best practices of patient safety and ALARA principles, and provide exceptional service to all customers.

Requirements

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Licensed by the State of Ohio as a Radiologic Technologist (ODH)
• BLS Certification within 30 days of hire
• Adheres to BVHS radiation protection, monitoring, and exposure policies
• On-call duties require the associate to arrive at the facility within 30 minutes after being contacted by hospital personnel.
• Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department.
• The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status.
• Must be able to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area’s policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in radiography, computed tomography, and/or mammography preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Uses two (2) patient identifiers to identify patient, images, and associated paperwork.
• Selects proper, established techniques and protocols, tailoring them to individual patient needs while meeting all regulatory guidelines.
• Completes all documentation including complete exam history and paperwork required by BVHS and Imaging department policy.
• Performs all duties and maintains all equipment, work spaces, and supplies in a state ready to serve patients/customers.
• Follows BVHS safety and infection prevention practices. Anticipates and reports potential safety hazards.
• Practices ALARA principles. Uses time, distance, shielding, and collimation to limit radiation exposure, hones skills to limit number of exposures, and uses mechanical and/or non-associate positioning aides.
• Complies with HIPAA and all other regulatory rules.
• Uses BVHS and department scripting to assure patient/customer understanding, safety, comfort, and privacy. Uses effective and positive communications skills with patients, families, medical staff, offices, associates, and the general public. Is friendly and courteous.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees