Radiologic Tech - Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Clarksville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking a Radiologic Technologist for Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital. VUMC is a community dedicated to advancing health and wellness through patient care, education, and research. The organization is committed to an environment where everyone can thrive and where uniqueness is celebrated. This role is within the VCH Radiology Diagnostic department and involves performing diagnostic radiological procedures with a high level of technical skill and independent judgment. The technologist will operate diagnostic equipment, process images, and maintain the procedure room. Additional duties may include clerical tasks, scheduling, patient transportation, supply ordering, inventory management, and cleaning. A key aspect of the role is adhering to the Radiation Protection Program, including ALARA principles, and complying with all regulatory requirements from agencies such as DHEC, Joint Commission, and ACR. The position may also involve the direct supervision of students.

Requirements

LIC-American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Licensure-Others
Relevant Work Experience
Graduate of an approved discipline specific program
Employee must have the same licensure or have completed the same training to satisfy the requirements of the discipline of the student.
Direct supervision means the primary caregiver is readily available to the student throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

Less than 1 year experience

Responsibilities

Performs procedures on patients of all ages at a technical level requiring no constant supervision of technical detail.
Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement, with ingenuity and initiative.
Performs Radiological diagnostic procedures as outlined by the Radiologist.
Operates diagnostic equipment, processes images and prepares room with the necessary equipment and supplies for the procedure.
Other duties include, but are not limited to clerical, scheduling, transportation, ordering supplies, inventory, cleaning, and anything deemed necessary by the Medical Imaging Management Team.
Follows the Radiation Protection Program including ALARA, as low as reasonably achievable for patients, physicians, and personnel.
Follows all regulatory compliance for DHEC, Joint Commission, ACR and any regulatory agency governing radiation safety.
Job may include direct supervision of students at the discretion of the area supervisor.
Shall be capable of operating all radiographic equipment, perform all radiological procedures, operate the PACS and utilize radiographic supplies per department standards.
Identifies each patient, reviews orders for consistency (examination ordered/clinical diagnosis).
Reviews each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed examination to Radiologist and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure.
Demonstrates ability to organize patient care and set priorities by providing critical care first and by implementing the physician’s order.
Implements care in a knowledgeable, skillful, consistent and continuous manner to ensure the delivery of quality care according to age specific guidelines ranging from infancy to geriatrics.
Adheres to all department/Hospital safety procedures for patient and material handling.
Demonstrates an understanding of and adherence to Compliance and Ethics Program.