Radiologic Technologist

Ocean Beach Health•Ilwaco, WA

About The Position

Ocean Beach Health is seeking a full-time Radiologic Technologist to assist radiologists and primary practitioners by obtaining high-quality radiographs for interpretation in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures. The position is responsible to the Ancillary Services Manager and may take responsibility for designated areas or procedures as needed. The technologist prepares patients for radiology, ultrasound, mammography, and CT procedures; positions and transports patients; selects and operates appropriate equipment; chooses technical factors for individual and portable radiographs; and processes digital images. The role includes providing radiation and safety protection, assisting physicians with contrast media and medicines as ordered, maintaining sterile technique, and assisting with surgical imaging and special procedures. The technologist also takes assigned call periods in modalities for which they are trained, certified, licensed, or eligible, as department needs require. Administrative and team duties include maintaining department records, cleanliness, orderliness, and supplies; following patient-processing protocols; working across departments and shifts as directed; managing resources responsibly; completing required training; pursuing continuing education with administrative approval; supporting a safe, patient-centered environment; mentoring coworkers; and upholding the organization’s mission and values. Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, including marijuana testing in accordance with applicable laws and organizational policies.

Requirements

Certification by and registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in good standing.
Maintain a Washington State Certified Radiologic Technologist license.
Current CPR certification.
Complete all licensure and certification requirements.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, including marijuana testing in accordance with applicable laws and organizational policies.

Responsibilities

Position patients for appropriate views and provide immobilization devices as needed.
Select patient-specific technical factors and select and operate equipment as necessary for examinations.
Process digital images.
Provide radiation and safety protection for patients and employees in accordance with prescribed standards.
Assist physicians with administration of opaque and contrast media and medicines as ordered by the radiologist.
Provide instruction to ancillary personnel in assigned areas, as applicable.
Practice sterile techniques and prevent cross-contamination.
Assist primary physicians with administration of ionizing radiation in the radiographic room during special procedures, as applicable.
Transport patients between the floor, department, and examination area or table.
Assist with surgical procedures by taking portable x-rays in the surgical suite, as needed.
Select and use appropriate technical factors for portable radiographs.
Work independently and as a team member according to department staffing.
Take assigned imaging-service call periods in modalities for which trained, certified, licensed, or eligible, as department needs require.
Prepare patients for and assist with Radiology, Ultrasound, Mammography, and CT procedures.
Process patient paperwork accurately and consistently according to patient-processing protocol.
Maintain adequate department records, cleanliness, and orderliness; secure and return supplies.
Cooperate with personnel in the proper conduct of the department.
Rotate within the department or other departments and across shifts or days as directed, including vacation and sick-relief coverage.
Pull and refill patient cards, reports, and films.
Operate with cost consciousness to avoid unnecessary use or waste of materials and staff.
Pursue continuing education in radiographic examination techniques and protocols, including approved outside seminars.
Complete all required training on time.
Contribute to a patient-centered culture and safe work environment, demonstrate commitment to the team, mentor coworkers, practice financial stewardship, and support the organization's mission and values.