Radiologic Technologist I - Outpatient - Day / FT - Outpatient - Springside

Christiana Care Health Services•Newark, DE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

ChristianaCare is a nonprofit health system with a mission of service. We believe that the key to providing truly excellent health care is to partner with our patients and their families, building a system of care that is effective, affordable and valuable to everyone who is touched by it. This position performs diagnostic radiographic procedures according to departmental policy and guidelines.

Requirements

Completion of a two-year accredited program in Radiologic Technology is required.
Mammography certified when applicable (achieved within two years of hire – when applicable)
Bone Dosimetry certification when applicable.
State Licensure on Radiation Protection is as required.
CPR Certification
ARRT registered
Delaware State License if applicable.
ARRT Mammography Registered if applicable - the successful completion of the Mammography Registration exam is a requirement for those performing mammography procedures. A technologist, who is recruited and non-certified, will have a grace period of 2 years following hire to pass this exam.

Nice To Haves

An associate’s degree is preferred for this position.
Yearly PEEPS certification required for proper and safe positioning and transfer of patients.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates complete knowledge and proficiency in the use of radiographic equipment, radiology supported computer systems, and CD burners.
Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures and quality control as defined by department guidelines.
Maintains compliance with local, state, and federal regulations in ACR and state licenses. Complies with Joint Commission regulations.
Enter accurate patient study information into the clinical care systems.
Assist with the coordination of workflow and patient care activities.
Obtain clinical history regarding reason for examination and obtain appropriate consent.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Uses 3 patient identifiers at all times.
Actively assists in the learning process of students and new staff in departmental procedures, quality control and radiation safety.
Demonstrates problem solving skills, acts as liaison OP Imaging department, clinicians, nursing, and ancillary departments to ensure customer satisfaction.
Ability to assess patients for changes in patient status.
Participates in collecting data for Performance Improvement surveys.
Attends departmental meetings and in-services as required.
Maintains required credentials for CPR, critical skills, and mandatory in-service education.
Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices.
Reports to supervisor, in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors.
Reports to supervisor in a timely manner call back studies and coordinates patient’s return for imaging.