Come Grow With Us - Radiologic Technologist Assistant - Radiology Support Personnel

Health First Careers • Melbourne, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This program allows individuals to work as an associate Radiology Technologist Assistant while attending school. Upon graduation, passing the ARRT registry, and becoming state licensed, associates will be offered a role as a Radiology Technologist. The associate will work for 24 months after graduation in a hospital-based department as a Full Time Radiology Technologist. Hospital-based includes any of Health First’s hospitals, free-standing Emergency Departments, or hospital-based clinics. Location and shift will be determined by the greatest need for the department at the time of graduation. Evenings, nights, or weekends may be required. The position is committed to Quality/No Harm, Customer Experience, and Stewardship, adhering to Health First I CARE Values: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Responsibilities include producing quality images, following all protocols, and mentoring the technical development of co-workers and students.

Requirements

• Enrolled into a Radiology Technologist program through Eastern Florida State College OR Keiser University
• Graduate of a Joint Review Committee approved Radiologic Technology program, or equivalent approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• Possess a current Florida State License as a General Radiographer.
• Possess a current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T.) registration or be registry eligible.
• Must hold current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintain.
• Computer-related skills deemed pertinent for optimal technical performance.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to report to department within 30 minutes when on call.
• Able to work effectively and efficiently in a stressful work environment.
• Able to respond to life threatening situations.
• Ability to multi-task

Nice To Haves

• Upon graduation, passing ARRT registry and becoming state licensed associate will be offered a role as a Radiology Technologist.
• The associate will work for 24 months after graduation, in a hospital-based department as a Full Time Radiology Technologist.
• Location and shift will be determined by greatest need for the department at time of graduation.
• Evenings, nights or weekends may be required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment for patients/customers, team members, and yourself.
• Ensure the correct procedure is performed on the correct patient by verifying two forms of patient identification on “Every Patient / Every Time”.
• Perform “time out” process prior to starting any invasive procedure.
• Adhere to ALARA principles of radiation safety.
• Knowledge regarding the location of emergency equipment/supplies and how to use such equipment/supplies.
• Familiar with the Health First Emergency Kardex and responsibilities in relation to specified emergent codes.
• Responsible for hurricane preparedness and your duties as a Health First associate.
• Follow Infection Control policies and procedures; practice aseptic and sterile techniques.
• Effectively document and communicate pertinent and required information.
• Report malfunctioning equipment to the appropriate department, fellow associate, and management in a timely manner.
• Accurately complete all required documentation/forms – written/electronic (e.g., patient history, pregnancy, IV contrast, procedural consent, MAR, safety portal, medication reconciliation, PACS).
• Review exam orders from medical charts and/or prescriptions prior to performing an exam.
• Obtain pertinent patient history from the requisition, the patient, the medical chart, or other sources.
• Perform procedure protocols, produce images consistent with image quality standards, and follow all Federal, State, and Regional healthcare regulations and adhere to Joint Commission/ACR standards.
• Properly position patients and use appropriate technique.
• Assure that exam rooms are clean, neat, stocked, and disinfected; and that equipment is clean, disinfected, and ready for the next patient encounter.
• Follow proper image retrieval and file processes.
• Participate in quality initiatives and offer suggestions for departmental improvements including departmental protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Accept additional responsibilities to assist with reaching departmental goals/initiatives.
• Attend staff meetings/in-services as required. Reads and signs off on all staff meeting minutes as required.
• Properly identifies, prepares, and/or administers medications that are within the technologist’s scope of practice as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
• Communicate effectively with customers (patients, LIP, other Health First associates, the public, etc.) using excellent customer relation skills at all times.
• Provide appropriate pre and post procedure education to each patient.
• Respond appropriately to patient/family concerns or complaints.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to patient privacy and dignity.
• Practices the “I-CARE PROMISE” (I - Introduce myself and my role, C - Clarify what I will be doing, A - Ask if there are any questions, R - Respond with information and concern, E - go the Extra mile).
• Utilize supplies/equipment with care in a safe, proficient, and cost-effective manner.
• Ensure computer data is appropriately entered for each procedure, – charged completely and appropriately for all procedure(s) performed and supplies used.
• Demonstrate effective time management skills.
• Complete jobs/tasks in a timely and concise manner.
• Willingly assist in other areas of the department and hospital or act as a Health First representative when needed to do so.
• Utilize Kronos time clock system properly; report to work area on time and follow break and lunch policies.
• Maintain flexibility, adapt to changes in workflow processes and the needs of the Health First organization based upon fluctuations in patient volume.

Benefits

• Diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution.
• Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates.
• Different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results.
• It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed