Radiology Technologist Weekends (Per Diem)

Nicklaus Children's Hospital•Miami, FL

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist uses medical imaging equipment and ionizing radiation to produce diagnostic-quality radiographs. The role follows departmental Radiation Safety and ALARA policies, along with state and federal regulations, to make low-dose imaging integral to practice. The technologist operates portable and stationary X-ray equipment; prepares examination rooms, equipment, supplies, and medications; and supports patient comfort and safety during examinations. The position performs and documents examinations, transmits patient information for interpretation, maintains equipment and supplies, and follows patient-identification, radiation-safety, cleanliness, and infection-control policies. It also includes portable imaging in operating rooms, the emergency department, and inpatient rooms.

Requirements

Hold an active, in-good-standing General X-ray license from the State of Florida throughout employment.
Be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography (ARRT).
Maintain active, in-good-standing American Heart Association BLS certification throughout employment.
Relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families, and coworkers.
Communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
Problem-solve and adapt standard clinical procedures to individual client needs.
Interpret, adapt, and react calmly under stressful conditions.
Work as a team member.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an AMA-accredited School of Radiology Technology.

Responsibilities

Use radiation dose-reduction techniques, including minimizing time, maximizing distance, and using shielding.
Document fluoroscopy time and X-ray kVp and mAs in Cerner when closing an examination.
Adjust equipment, determine appropriate techniques, and arrange immobilization and support devices to obtain correct patient positioning.
Communicate effectively with hospital employees, physicians, patients, and families.
Follow the hospital patient-identification policy and use two patient identifiers before examinations.
Enter and transmit patient information into PACS promptly after examinations for interpretation.
Follow radiation-safety practices, clean-sweep guidelines, and infection-control standards.
Prepare patients for examinations, explain procedures, transfer and position patients, and assist them at the end of procedures.
Perform portable examinations in operating rooms, the emergency department, and inpatient rooms, and demonstrate knowledge of C-arm operations.
Maintain equipment cleanliness, monitor inventory, and stock the scan room.
Perform quality assurance, complete examinations, and enter and transmit patient information into PACS in a timely manner.
Troubleshoot equipment issues and report problems or malfunctions to clinical engineering or a supervisor as needed.