Radiology Technologist, Columbia, S.C.
About The Position
Performs a variety of radiographic procedures applying ionizing radiation. This role is for a Radiology Technologist interested in Acute Care, with opportunities in multiple departments at Prisma Health in the Columbia, SC area. Opportunities are available at Baptist Hospital, Parkridge Hospital, Richland Hospital, and Tuomey Hospital. Prisma Health offers a sign-on bonus for eligible full-time positions, $1,800 in tax-free student loan repayment per calendar year, and up to $4,000 in tuition assistance per calendar year for full-time team members. The Talent Acquisition Team will reach out to discuss opportunities after application.
Requirements
- Completion of accredited radiology program.
- ARRT Registered
- SCRQSA- Radiography
- CPR certification
- Customer service skills
- Teamwork skills
- Knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier)
- Proficient computer skills (word processing)
- Data entry
- PACS
- EMR
Nice To Haves
- No Experience Required (as of 11/08/2020, grandfathered in pending state and regulatory requirements).
Responsibilities
- Performs a variety of radiographic procedures applying ionizing radiation.
- Assists 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.
- Performs arthrograms, myelograms, venograms, minor trauma and troubleshoot complex studies.
- Troubleshoots equipment problems.
- Obtains nursing assessment while nursing is unavailable.
- Accesses patient’s condition and level of cooperation and makes appropriate judgment of proper care.
- Notifies nurse and documents all infiltrates and reactions.
- Quality checks images before sending to radiologist to include markers and all pertinent information needed for appropriate dictation.
- Documents additional information in PACS or EPIC as needed before marking ready to read.
- Restarts, programs, and releases 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.
- Promotes patient care and safety within the department of responsibility.
- Ensures smooth workflow of patient flow and proper care and use of equipment and materials.
- Works within the department to ensure good employee, physician and supervisor relationships.
- Solves personnel problems with related areas.
- Works with staff technologists in areas of need due to shortages, FMLA, PTO and sick time.
- Informs patients and families of all delays, including going to the ER room when a procedure is delayed more than 30 minutes.
- 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 verifies studies before sending to archive.
- Achieves Patient Satisfaction for Prisma Health.
- Adheres to the Behavior Essentials set by Prisma Health's patient experience teams.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus for eligible full-time positions
- $1,800 student tax-free loan repayment (per calendar year)
- Up to $4,000 tuition assistance (per calendar year) for full-time team members
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
