Radiology Technologist - Per Diem - Days - MRH

Memorial Healthcare

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs various imaging procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and the organization’s policies, values, and mission. The role is based in Imaging Services in Hollywood, Florida, on the day shift and is per diem. Employees work in a culture focused on patient safety, quality, customer service, teamwork, and collaboration across imaging modalities. The technologist reviews patient history and physician orders, explains procedures and equipment to patients, prepares equipment and supplies, selects imaging parameters, positions patients, and performs imaging procedures. The technologist assesses image quality and takes appropriate steps to address problems, including repositioning and repeating an examination when clinically appropriate. Other duties include applying safety and equipment-quality procedures, troubleshooting equipment issues, charging for supplies and using appropriate exam codes, administering ordered contrast media or medications within the scope of practice, and monitoring and responding to changes in patient condition. On-call shift responsibilities may be required. The role requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment. Work involves the physical activities and workplace exposures detailed in the posting, including bending, lifting, pushing or pulling, standing and walking, and exposure to biological hazards, radiation, equipment, and sharps. If hired to support Women’s Imaging, the candidate must earn the M certification within one year and, after successful completion, enter a two-year contract; travel to all MHS Women’s Imaging Centers must be accommodated.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited radiology program.
No prior work experience is required.
Active Radiography Certificate from the State of Florida.
Must take the ARRT(R) examination.
ARRT certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists is required.
A qualifying Basic Life Support certification is required: American Heart Association BLS e-Card, American Heart Association BLS RQI e-Card, American Heart Association BLS certification, BLS grace-period credential, or Red Cross BLS certification.
Certified Radiologic Technologist license from the State of Florida.
Must have critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

Position patients and perform imaging procedures.
Analyze images, identify image-quality issues, and take appropriate corrective action, including repositioning patients or repeating procedures when clinically appropriate.
Review patient history and physician orders.
Educate patients about procedures, equipment, and examinations to support understanding and cooperation.
Take on-call shift responsibilities as required by the department.
Prepare equipment and supplies and select appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
Implement safety standards and perform appropriate equipment quality-control procedures.
Troubleshoot, resolve, and/or report equipment malfunctions.
Charge appropriately for supplies used and utilize appropriate exam codes.
Prepare and administer ordered contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
Continuously monitor patient condition and report or respond to changes as appropriate.