Radiology Technologist - PRN, Nights

Prisma Health•Richland, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Diagnostic Radiology Manager and the Shift Supervisor, the Radiologic Technologist is expected to perform a variety of radiographic procedures applying ionizing radiation. Performance of specific tasks is indicated below for diagnostic purpose according to the department policy. Positive contribution to interpersonal relationships concerning all parties is according to Prisma Health's policy. All employees are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health’s values of compassion, dignity, excellence, integrity and teamwork. All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's values: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's values: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Promotes patient care and safety within the department of responsibility. Is responsible for the smooth workflow of patient flow and proper care and use of equipment and materials. Works within department to ensure good employee, physician and supervisor relationships. Solves personnel problems with related areas. Works with staff technologist in areas of need due to shortages, FMLA, PTO and sick time. Informs patients and families of all delays, (including going to ER room when procedure is delayed more than 30 minutes). Achieves Patient Satisfaction for Prisma Health. Results will be entered on the annual evaluation from the Patient Satisfaction scorecard located on the C2E website under the Experience Pillar. Adheres to the Behavior Essentials set by Prisma Health's patient experience teams.

Requirements

Completion of accredited radiology program
No Experience Required
ARRT Registered
SCRQSA certification (Required for team members working in South Carolina)
CPR
Customer service skills
Teamwork skills
Knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier)
Proficient computer skills (word processing)
Data entry
PACS
EMR

Responsibilities

Demonstrates competency to assist in performing ERCP's, video fluoroscopies, all OR procedures, Lumbar punctures, bronchoscopies, enterocolitis, sialo grams, rhizotomy, facet blocks, endoscopy-tube placements or injections, t-tube cholangiogram, major trauma/trauma bay, neo-natal ICU, pacing lab.
Performs all critical care procedures.
Demonstrates competency in the following procedures (arthrograms, myelograms, venograms, minor trauma and troubleshoot complex studies.
Demonstrates knowledge and skill to troubleshoot equipment problems.
Demonstrates the ability to obtain nursing assessment while nursing is unavailable.
Access patient’s condition and level of cooperation and makes appropriate judgment of proper care.
Notifies nurse and documents all infiltrates and reactions.
Quality check images before sending to radiologist to include markers, all pertinent information needed for appropriate dictation.
Documents additional information in PACS or EPIC as needed before marking ready to read.
Demonstrates the ability to restart, program and release air from patient IVAC's
Responds to codes and other emergency situations appropriately.
Stays abreast of organizational, affiliate and departmental changes/updates by checking email on each shift.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Quality check images before sending to radiologist to include markers, all pertinent information needed for appropriate dictation.
Writes additional information in PACS or EPIC as needed.
Arrives patient and charges procedure and supplies when exam is completed, end exam.
Indicates no-film badge wearing name and fluoro time.
Adds surgical charges when needed.
Operates the PAC’s system appropriately and verify studies before sending to archive.