Radiologic Technologist

Southeast Health • Dothan, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Coordinates and performs diagnostic radiologic cases for patients. Operates all radiologic and fluoroscopic equipment and observes all radiation safety rules concerning patients, co-workers, self, and others. Provides coverage to the emergency room, surgery, and any other situations requesting radiologic procedures. Manages all information obtained with strict confidentiality to safeguard patient information from use by unauthorized personnel. Follows Southeast Health Center’s safety guidelines for self, patients, visitors, and employees. Follows Southeast Health Center’s infection prevention policies. Independently handles communications in a manner which decreases conflict. Is familiar with and follows hospital-wide Radiation Policy and rules set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health Division of Radiation Control. Understands the preparation required for departmental exams. Uses the PACS System in documenting correctly and accurately patient information to ensure the quality of patient care. Uses the computer system correctly in charging the correct patient account with correct exams and supplies. Demonstrates the ability to perform all exams in the department. Has taken the initiative to ensure one’s own competency with each exam. Communicates accurate patient history and symptoms to Radiologist.

Requirements

• Registered by as a Technologist by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists within one (1) year of graduation date or within one (1) year of hire.
• Graduate of a recognized, approved American Medical Association Council of Education program in radiologic technology.
• CPR Certification
• Basic typing and computer skills.
• Experience in operating personal computers in a Windows environment.
• Customer service oriented.
• Annual completion of competency requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) or more years of imaging experience
• Completion of an undergraduate degree

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and performs diagnostic radiologic cases for patients.
• Operates all radiologic and fluoroscopic equipment.
• Observes all radiation safety rules concerning patients, co-workers, self, and others.
• Provides coverage to the emergency room, surgery, and any other situations requesting radiologic procedures.
• Manages all information obtained with strict confidentiality to safeguard patient information from use by unauthorized personnel.
• Follows Southeast Health Center’s safety guidelines for self, patients, visitors, and employees.
• Follows Southeast Health Center’s infection prevention policies.
• Independently handles communications in a manner which decreases conflict.
• Is familiar with and follows hospital-wide Radiation Policy and rules set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health Division of Radiation Control.
• Understands the preparation required for departmental exams.
• Uses the PACS System in documenting correctly and accurately patient information to ensure the quality of patient care.
• Uses the computer system correctly in charging the correct patient account with correct exams and supplies.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform all exams in the department.
• Has taken the initiative to ensure one’s own competency with each exam.
• Communicates accurate patient history and symptoms to Radiologist.
• Call support to the hospital within 30 minutes of notification.

Benefits

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED