1042PRN-Radiologic & Bone Density Technologist - PRN

RAYUS Radiology•Maitland, FL

About The Position

RAYUS Radiology is seeking a Radiologic & Bone Density (DEXA) Technologist to operate assigned scanners and produce diagnostic images and bone scans. This is a temporary, PRN position with varied shifts. The technologist performs routine and advanced radiologic imaging and bone densitometry procedures, screens and prepares patients, follows physicians’ orders and safety regulations, and provides patient support throughout procedures. The role also includes quality control and equipment maintenance, accurate patient recordkeeping, maintaining accreditation requirements and a clean work area, supporting department operations and training, and complying with HIPAA guidelines.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduation from an American Medical Association (AMA)-approved school of radiography.
Current, good-standing ARRT registration as a technologist.
Licensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable.
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
Sufficient training and experience to independently perform radiologic and bone density procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience performing bone density (DEXA) scans.
Bilingual.

Responsibilities

Screen patients before radiologic and bone density examinations for precautions or contraindications, using two patient identifiers to verify the patient and procedure.
Explain and prepare patients for imaging procedures, including positioning them appropriately and providing support throughout the procedure.
Perform routine and advanced radiologic imaging procedures with minimal supervision and few repeat scans.
Perform routine bone density (DXA) procedures.
Adjust radiologic scan parameters and use dose-reduction techniques as appropriate.
Follow physicians’ orders and safety regulations to protect patients, coworkers, and oneself.
Perform routine quality-control and quality-assurance tasks to ensure accurate bone mineral density measurements and equipment performance.
Maintain ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements.
Maintain accurate patient records in the Radiology Information System (RIS).
Keep the work area orderly and clean and maintain good safety practices.
Maintain equipment in good working order and clean and disinfect it after each use.
Ensure compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
Assist with maintaining the imaging protocol manual and software upgrades.
Monitor medical supply inventory and request supplies as needed.
Assist with training new team members and provide technical expertise as applicable.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.