Radiology Technician - Operating Room, PRN

Surgery Partners•Addison, TX

71d

About The Position

This position is responsible for following established procedures and protocols. The Radiologic Technologist performs diagnostic radiographic procedures to assist in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. The scope of the position includes explaining procedures to the patients, accurately operating all imaging equipment, demonstrating clinical and age specific competencies in performing all diagnostic procedures and selecting accurate technical factors for optimal image quality. The Radiologic Technologist is responsible for practicing radiation safety in the operations of radiation-emitting equipment. Technologists demonstrate the ability to review images for interpretation.

Requirements

Technologists must be registered and in good standing with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) with TMB
Maintains certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR/BLS)
Experience in OR operating C-Arm and O-Arm, extensive spine and ortho experience necessary

Responsibilities

Reviews and interprets physician order for the diagnostic x-ray procedure accurately
Validates all patient identification before performing any diagnostic x-ray procedure accurately
Communicates with patient to obtain medical history and/or specific medical information that is pertinent to the procedure and/or patient's wellbeing during the procedure
Validates proper working conditions and technical factors of all imaging equipment and procedure room
Explains procedure to patient to facilitate patient cooperation and alleviate patient anxiety; ensures patient comfort and safety
Assumes responsibility for patient care during the imaging procedure to include infection control
Follows procedure protocols and policies and procedures in performing diagnostic x-ray procedures
Demonstrates competence in collimation, patient positioning and radiation safety to reduce radiation exposure as much as possible
Practices radiation safety for patients, family, visitors, and self
Critiques all images for image quality for interpretation
Actively participates in the Quality Assurance program(s)
Consistently demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities and deals with them promptly
Establishes and maintains a good rapport and cooperative working relationship with all members of the department and facility
Demonstrates a willingness to learn new procedures and assist in other areas as needed
Must be available in standby call to support the department/facility