Radiology Technologist Urgent Care

AdventHealth•Sanford, FL

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist performs imaging exams using established protocols and operates imaging and related medical equipment safely and properly. The role includes positioning patients and equipment, selecting technical factors, and producing radiographic images that meet Radiologist standards in a safe and timely manner. The technologist adapts protocols to perform scans on patients of all ages. Responsibilities also include patient care within the technologist’s scope of practice; monitoring patient condition and ensuring comfort, safety, and privacy; obtaining and documenting patient histories; explaining procedures; screening for contrast allergies and childbearing age; and minimizing radiation exposure. The position performs radiology duties in various departments and environments, including the OR and Fluoroscopy, and completes related documentation and clerical duties. The technologist follows infection-control and patient-identification procedures and maintains a clean, organized, and stocked room.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience.
Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification.
Registered Technologist – Radiography (RT(R) (ARRT)) certification.
High school graduation or equivalent.
Ability to analyze and assess data, techniques, methodology, equipment operation, and quality control to ensure information is obtained and presented accurately.
Up-to-date knowledge of patient positioning and equipment operations, including x-ray producing equipment where applicable.
Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and families, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry.
Ability to use radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment.
Ability to read, write, and speak conversational English.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Follow infection-control standards and use approved personal protective equipment and disinfectant agents.
Maintain a properly stocked, organized, and clean room.
Complete documentation for Radiologist support and perform clerical duties, including answering telephones, completing patient records, filing, and scheduling.
Provide direct patient care within the technologist’s scope of practice, monitor patient condition, and ensure patient comfort, safety, and privacy.
Obtain and document patient history and explain procedures.
Perform radiology duties in all departments and environments, including the OR and Fluoroscopy.
Perform imaging exams using established protocols and operate scanners, injectors, monitors, and medical equipment safely and properly.
Follow facility policy to identify patients before exams and educate patients about exams.
Screen patients for contrast allergies and childbearing age, and minimize radiation exposure to patients, families, and co-workers.
Position patients and equipment and select technical factors to produce radiographic images that meet Radiologist standards safely and in a timely manner.
Perform scans on patients of all ages, adapting protocols as necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.