Radiologic Technologist - Mammo, Ultrasound or CT preferred

Huron Regional Medical Center•Huron, SD

71d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides patient services using imaging modalities including radiography and other modalities such as ultrasound, mammography, or CT as needed. Administers roentgen rays and radioactive substances to patients; operates X ray equipment; processes images; prepares examination room, equipment, supplies, and medications. Thoroughly explains procedure to patient; addresses and responds to any patient concerns about the procedure and equipment. Injects contrast media or assists with injections under the direction/supervision of the Radiologist or other physician. Produces images of diagnostic quality consistently. Evaluates images for diagnostic quality before referring to radiologist. Competent in collimation, patient and equipment positioning, cone adjustment, exposure factors; proper voltage. Complete all consent forms for interventional exams, pregnancy forms, time outs for interventional exams, time in and time outs for observation patients and discharge instructions. Carefully assesses the age-related variances for x-ray patients in techniques, amount of radiation, positioning, etc., for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Demonstrates the mission of the hospital is met by demonstrating the Core Values: Respectful-We value the unique talents, ideas, contributions, and circumstances of each individual. Engaged-We value being active, positive participants at work and in our communities. Available-We value providing local access to care for our communities while being present for each other. Competent-We value knowledge, people-centered, innovative, and technology driven teams. Helpful-We value always helping others with kindness and compassion. Promotes and maintains confidentiality of information regarding patients, families, health care personnel and the facility. Assists in the orientation and development of personnel and students according to department needs and as directed. Knowledgeable of radiation safety for self and others; wears protective clothing and uses enclosures; minimizes radiation to patient with shielding devices; uses proper care in fluoroscopic procedures.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology and additional training in Ultrasound, Mammography or CT preferred.
Additional training or qualifying experience in multiple modalities is desired and/or willingness to cross-train.
Must be ARRT registered.
Physical stamina requisite to move and manipulate the equipment used in the several modalities.
Must pass background check and any other relevant onboarding.
Ability to adhere to HIPAA and other related guidelines.
Assumes personal responsibility to complete all required competencies, certifications, annual HealthStream education and SQSS tasks within the assigned timeframes.
Assumes responsibility for professional self-development. Participates in in-services, educational programs, department meetings (attend a minimum of 80% of department meetings per year), and mandatory meetings.
Reviews and complies with general hospital and departmental policies and applicable laws and regulations including CMS/OIG and other compliance and industry standards.
Ability to communicate and work with patients, families, physicians, and other persons involved with the patient’s care.
Visual, auditory and speech acuity is requisite to verbal and written communication with employees, medical providers, nursing staff, patients and families, and other people associated with care.
Work involves exposure to radiation. Personal safety requires adherence to protective radiation safety techniques.
Physical stamina requisite to standing, walking, stooping, pulling, pushing, and lifting while performing imaging procedures on patients.
Reading (complex)
Complex tasks and instructing
Writing (complex)/ computer skills
Math skills (complex)
Problem solving (complex) including analyzing skills
Independent judgement (complex)
Decision making (complex)
Clerical skills including detailed precision working at times
Coordinating skills and following instructions
Spatial skills

Nice To Haves

additional training in Ultrasound, Mammography or CT preferred
Additional training or qualifying experience in multiple modalities is desired and/or willingness to cross-train.

Responsibilities

Provides patient services using imaging modalities including radiography and other modalities such as ultrasound, mammography, or CT as needed.
Administers roentgen rays and radioactive substances to patients; operates X ray equipment; processes images; prepares examination room, equipment, supplies, and medications.
Thoroughly explains procedure to patient; addresses and responds to any patient concerns about the procedure and equipment.
Injects contrast media or assists with injections under the direction/supervision of the Radiologist or other physician.
Produces images of diagnostic quality consistently.
Evaluates images for diagnostic quality before referring to radiologist.
Competent in collimation, patient and equipment positioning, cone adjustment, exposure factors; proper voltage.
Complete all consent forms for interventional exams, pregnancy forms, time outs for interventional exams, time in and time outs for observation patients and discharge instructions.
Carefully assesses the age-related variances for x-ray patients in techniques, amount of radiation, positioning, etc., for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Demonstrates the mission of the hospital is met by demonstrating the Core Values.
Promotes and maintains confidentiality of information regarding patients, families, health care personnel and the facility.
Assists in the orientation and development of personnel and students according to department needs and as directed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledgeable of radiation safety for self and others; wears protective clothing and uses enclosures; minimizes radiation to patient with shielding devices; uses proper care in fluoroscopic procedures.