Radiologic/Fluoro Technologist III

Inland Imaging•Spokane, WA

3d•$34 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

Perform General Diagnostic Radiography exams in both an inpatient and outpatient level III trauma setting. Responsible for obtaining the highest quality radiological exams under the direct or indirect supervision of a radiologist per established Inland Imaging guidelines and protocols. This position may be scheduled to work in a hospital, urgent care or clinical setting. Adheres to all DOH, TJC, Inland Imaging and partnering facilities policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Accredited Radiologic Technologist Program required
Must maintain current Washington State Radiologic Technologist licensure
Current ARRT (R)
Current CPR/BLS required
Must be able to pass a background check required by RCW 43.43.830-840 to work with children under the age of 16, developmentally disabled persons or vulnerable adults
Eligible employees must be able to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test.

Nice To Haves

AA Degree preferred
Military education/training equivalent
One year experience preferred
Anatomy and medical terminology preferred
Medical office experience preferred
Understanding of radiologic-fluoro procedures to be read by radiologist preferred
Experience with the following computer applications is highly desired: Outlook, Microsoft Office Suite; Workday, Webex; Qgenda, I-Site, Internet/Intranet, EPIC and Medicalis

Responsibilities

Performs General Diagnostic Radiography exams proficiently in a hospital setting, including Fluoroscopy procedures, arthrograms, UGI’s, esophograms, and feeding tube placement.
Sets up sterile trays for fluoroscopic guided procedures
Assists radiologist/midlevel personnel with fluoroscopic procedures
Administers oral/rectal contrast during fluoroscopic exams
Administers IV contrast during GU studies
Assists patients as needed to obtain quality exams
Physically maneuvers/lifts (lifting is done with assistance from other staff members) patients to a standing position to perform x-ray exams
Physically maneuvers/lifts (lifting is done with assistance from other staff members) patients to an exam table to perform x-ray exams
Prepares exam rooms
Maintains clean and stocked exam rooms
Maintains clean radiographic/fluoroscopic equipment.
Assists in the appropriate transportation of patients as needed
Schedules Diagnostic Radiologic exams
Participates with the training of students in the educational radiologic technologist program
Performs general diagnostic radiography exams, including Fluoroscopy in OR, Endoscopy, and other appropriate areas.
Assists other staff in preparing room for procedure involving use of radiographic/fluoroscopic equipment.
Performs portable radiographic exams
Performs General Diagnostic Radiography and portable exams, including Fluoroscopy in OR, Endoscopy, ASC, SMAU, PACU, and other appropriate areas within all areas of a Level II Trauma Center to include: Traumas, N.A.T Bone Surveys, ER Trauma stretcher patients, ER Psych patients that require additional security, code PXCR, lumbar punctures, barium studies, complicated fluoro exams, Intrathecal chemo L.P., Urodynamics Study, bedside feeding tubes, Angio laser lead distraction, navigational bronchoscopy, postoperative PACU imaging
Performs portable x-rays using a C-arm in all areas of a Level II trauma hospital including St. Joseph’s Hospital, operating room, Endoscopy, ASC, Short-Stay, SHMC doctors building, or where requested.
Responsible for surgical C-arm and O-arm set up, operation, image transfer and disinfection process.
Proper startup/shutdown and reboot process with all equipment to include: Room 1: GE fluoro table and wall bucky Room 2: GE fluoro table and wall bucky Room 3: GE fluoro table and wall bucky Room 4: GE DR diagnostic room, table and wall bucky with auto tracking. Room 5: GE DR diagnostic room, wall bucky only with auto tracking. Room 6: Philips fluoro table, stationary c-arm ER room: GE DR diagnostic room with auto tracking. Portable Units: GE DR Portable Units: Cannon DR AGFA CR cassette readers GE C-Arms Medtronic O-Arms
Maintains clean radiographic/fluoroscopic equipment
Physically maneuvers/lifts (lifting is done with assistance from other staff members) patients in setting up patient for procedure involving radiographic/fluoroscopic examination.
Assists other staff in preparing room for procedure involving use of radiographic/fluoroscopic equipment.
Assists physician (non-radiologist) with fluoroscopic/C-Arm procedures.
Assists patients as needed to obtain quality exam.
Interacts with multi-system Radiology vendors and systems and responsible to understand all protocols
Performs exams in a high-volume, fast-paced environment that involves complex cases working with level II traumas.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality within the Inland Imaging companies and Inland’s customers.
Follows all Health and Safety policies and guidelines of Inland Imaging or its partners depending on work location.
Follows all company policies including those regarding harassment, non-retaliation, discrimination, respectful workplace, and related policies.
Follows all policies regarding HIPAA, non-disclosure of confidential information and company security.
Honest, pleasant manner and good personal hygiene.
Free of alcohol and drug abuse.
Valid state driver’s license and proof of insurance.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Detail oriented; ability to multi-task; organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education through professional journals, approved seminars, etc.
Ability to consider individual needs in communication with and assessment and treatment of patients of all ages.
Adheres to departmental standards and personnel policies by demonstrating professional demeanor in conduct and appearance.
Follows company departmental standards and personnel policies by using good teamwork and communication skills to help identify concerns and solutions, assisting where needed to ensure a smooth functioning department.
Performs other duties as required by displaying team spirit and self-growth, accepting and performing other projects and responsibilities, and requesting other projects and responsibilities.
Quarterly quality assurance meeting attendance is required for this position.
Attendance is a requirement for this position.
Rotates to other shifts and locations as needed.
Treats all patients with dignity and respect
Provides excellent customer service
Conforms to Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations
Complies with PHI (Protected Health Information)
Demonstrates the Inland Imaging Core Values Show We Care, Do The Right Thing, Maximize Individual Potential, Challenge Convention