Radiology Technician

Connecticut Orthopaedic Surgery Center•Milford, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Connecticut Orthopaedic Surgery Center (COSC) is seeking to fill a Per Diem Radiology Tech position. COSC is an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) that performs minimally invasive muscular-skeletal surgical procedures for patients. Our Center was formed in 2018 and opened for first cases in October 2019. It represents a unique venture, bringing together, as co-owners, one of the largest orthopedic groups in Connecticut, other long-established community providers, a major hospital system, and the leading ASC management company in the state. COSC is designed to be a place where patients choose to come, doctors want to operate, and employees want to work. Key features include: Same-day total joint replacements, interventional procedures, and a full range of orthopedic surgeries. COSC has four (4) operating rooms/an integrated procedure room within the OR. The Center utilizes the most advanced sterilization equipment and technology in the marketplace, allowing our center to keep infection rates near zero.

Requirements

High School Graduate or Equivalent
Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Radiologic Technology
RT Certification required with current CE documentations
Proficient with Imaging and related radiology equipment
CPR certification within probationary period
Reads, writes, speaks, and comprehends the English language
Intermittent physical mobility/activity including walking, standing, sitting, light lifting, pulling or pushing of carts, equipment, etc.
Must be able to bend body downward at the waist
Must be able to kneel
Must be able to perceive objects accurately as to size, temperature and texture
Must have auditory acuity
Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Mental and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position

Nice To Haves

One or more years of work experience in pain management and/or Ambulatory Surgery Center/ Hospital experience preferred

Responsibilities

Performs C-Arm Tech duties: sets up equipment and room as needed for exam, and make sure equipment is properly cleaned and stored after each exam
Effectively operate C-arm(s) to produce quality image for surgeon to review and print films as requested
Maintains all competencies, CEU’s, attends in-services and completes Radiology Safety Test as required
Performs Transporter duties
Obtains proper documentation &/or patient chart maintaining confidentiality at all times
Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition and ensures that it is properly supplied for procedures
Check equipment and accessories to ensure proper working order and notify appropriate personnel for repairs
Communicates problems on shift with equipment or pending exams with appropriate staff
Cleans Operating Room post procedure, including cleaning of equipment/machinery per infection control policies and procedures, as well as according to regulatory standards (ie: AAAHC, AORN, CDC, etc.)
Assists with inventory and ordering of supplies related to imaging
Input patient data into the C-Arm
Assists with preparing the patient for the surgical procedure by positioning and prepping
Perform Quality Control and Quality Assurance duties in accordance with the facility’s policies and procedures
Participate in Quality Improvement meetings, meeting quality goals, and adhering to quality compliance
Participate in Staff Meetings, OSHA Training, HIPAA Training, Infection Control Training, and other training