Radiologic Technologist (Madras) Part-Time

State of Oregon•Madras, OR

11d•$5,483 - $6,578•Onsite

About The Position

Part-Time Radiologist Technologist (Madras) Deer Ridge Correctional Institution – Madras, Oregon Oregon Department of Corrections The position is part-time, estimated to be one 10-hour shift from 0530-1600. Flexibility is available for which day of the week and will be set with the hiring manager upon hire. Pay listed is for a full-time employee, salary would range by hours worked. This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants and could be used to fill future vacancies. About the Job – Your Role As a Radiologist Technologist, you will perform diagnostic radiology procedures in accordance with practitioner’s orders and within limits of licensure; in addition, you will assist in the health care and laboratory areas when needed. Develops and implements operational procedures for the department’s facilities in accordance with Board of Radiology rules and community standards. Maintains current knowledge of proper techniques and procedures, as related to radiography and developing films. Attends continuing education programs and professional affiliations, required for maintenance of licensure. Performs diagnostic radiology procedures in accordance with practitioner orders and within limits of licensure. Continually monitors the quality of services performed through a quality assurance program and by working with consultants and the practitioner. Maintains accurate, concise records of all department x-ray activities and required statistical data. Responsible for the preparation and maintenance of patient x-rays and reports by keeping a current and accurate filing system by filing, reviewing, and pulling information as necessary. Consults with practitioners regarding questions or specific patient problems. Provides services at a variety of facilities. Schedules activities through the Nurse Manager, Outpatient Services, or Support Services Supervisor. Complies with all rules and regulations regarding personal radiation exposure for self or other staff members. Reviews quality of services with community consultant as necessary. Provides emergency services as necessary outside of normal work schedule as directed by supervisor. Performs mathematical calculation and formulates technique chart to obtain proper exposure during radiographic examination. Provide patient teaching and assist patient in obtaining proper position to perform x-ray examination. Assist with budget preparation; provide input to develop and propose service alternatives such as expansion of level of service or improve the quality of service. Performs work according to guidelines and procedures for maintenance of a secure environment in the correctional setting. This position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.

Requirements

Certification as a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist with the American Registry for Radiological Technologists and a valid Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist license issued by the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging at the time of appointment OR other authorization issued by the Board of Medical Imaging to practice diagnostic radiologic technology in the following categories: head, upper extremities, lower extremities, chest and ribs, abdomen and spine.
General Knowledge Techniques and procedures of radiography
Proper positioning and shielding of patients to obtain needed x‑ray results
Anatomy and physiology as it relates to radiography
Care, operation maintenance, and repair of radiographic equipment
Procedures and materials used in developing radiographic films
Phlebotomy and proper sample collection and labeling
Math for equipment exposure calculations
Radiation safety, rules, and regulations
Formulation of technique charts
Infection control and sterile techniques
Caring for and operating radiographic equipment
Communicating with patients and gaining cooperation
Positioning patients to radiograph the required portion of the body
Maintaining patient records in all formats
The use of computer software for word processing, email, and computer navigation
Pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
Must complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States within three days of hire.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic radiology procedures in accordance with practitioner’s orders and within limits of licensure.
Assist in the health care and laboratory areas when needed.
Develops and implements operational procedures for the department’s facilities in accordance with Board of Radiology rules and community standards.
Maintain current knowledge of proper techniques and procedures, as related to radiography and developing films.
Attend continuing education programs and professional affiliations, required for maintenance of licensure.
Continually monitors the quality of services performed through a quality assurance program and by working with consultants and the practitioner.
Maintains accurate, concise records of all department x-ray activities and required statistical data.
Responsible for the preparation and maintenance of patient x-rays and reports by keeping a current and accurate filing system by filing, reviewing, and pulling information as necessary.
Consults with practitioners regarding questions or specific patient problems.
Provides services at a variety of facilities.
Schedules activities through the Nurse Manager, Outpatient Services, or Support Services Supervisor.
Complies with all rules and regulations regarding personal radiation exposure for self or other staff members.
Reviews quality of services with community consultant as necessary.
Provides emergency services as necessary outside of normal work schedule as directed by supervisor.
Performs mathematical calculation and formulates technique chart to obtain proper exposure during radiographic examination.
Provide patient teaching and assist patient in obtaining proper position to perform x-ray examination.
Assist with budget preparation; provide input to develop and propose service alternatives such as expansion of level of service or improve the quality of service.
Performs work according to guidelines and procedures for maintenance of a secure environment in the correctional setting.