Radiologic Technologist

Southeast Health•Dothan, AL

12d

About The Position

Coordinates and performs diagnostic radiologic cases for patients. Operates radiologic and fluoroscopic equipment while following radiation safety rules for patients, coworkers, self, and others. Provides coverage to the emergency room, surgery, and other areas requesting radiologic procedures. The role safeguards confidential patient information, follows hospital safety and infection-prevention policies, and documents patient information and charges accurately using PACS and computer systems. The technologist performs departmental exams, maintains competency, and communicates patient histories and symptoms to the Radiologist. The position is regular, full-time (FTE 1), and works a day shift.

Requirements

Graduate of a recognized, approved American Medical Association Council of Education program in radiologic technology.
Register with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists as a Technologist within one year of graduation or within one year of hire.
CPR certification.
Basic typing and computer skills.
Experience operating personal computers in a Windows environment.
Customer-service orientation.
Ability to provide call support to the hospital within 30 minutes of notification.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of imaging experience.
Completion of an undergraduate degree.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and perform diagnostic radiologic procedures for patients.
Operate radiologic and fluoroscopic equipment while observing radiation safety rules.
Provide radiologic coverage to the emergency room, surgery, and other areas as requested.
Maintain strict confidentiality of patient information.
Follow hospital safety guidelines and infection-prevention policies.
Communicate independently in a manner that decreases conflict.
Follow hospital-wide radiation policy and rules set by the Alabama Department of Public Health Division of Radiation Control.
Understand preparation requirements for departmental exams.
Use the PACS system to document patient information correctly and accurately.
Use the computer system to charge the correct patient account for the correct exams and supplies.
Perform all exams in the department and take initiative to maintain competency with each exam.
Communicate accurate patient history and symptoms to the Radiologist.
Complete annual competency requirements.
Provide call support to the hospital within 30 minutes of notification.