Radiology Technologist

Franklin County Medical Center•Preston, ID

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About The Position

Here at Franklin County Medical Center, we have a vision: to be the premier healthcare provider and facility of choice for the community. A non-profit critical access hospital, we house 20 beds in our acute care facility and 35 beds in our nursing facility. With three operating rooms, a procedure room, and advanced technology, we provide excellent care for our surgical patients. Our recently constructed 24,000 square foot medical office provides valuable access, accommodations, and services to the community. FCMC was recognized as one of the “Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals” in the nation for four consecutive years from 2017-2020. Always striving for improvement, our goal is to be in the top 20 critical access hospitals. As the largest employer in Franklin County, we understand that our team members, including our Radiology Technologists, are vital to upholding our high standards. We show our appreciation through competitive wages, flexible scheduling, encouraging a healthy work/life balance, and providing opportunity for education and growth through tuition assistance and promotions. WHAT FCMC CAN DO FOR YOU We offer a range of amazing benefits for our full-time employees, including: Medical Dental Vision Basic Life Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Retirement Plans Paid Time Off Employee Illness Bank Paid Holidays WHAT YOU CAN DO FOR FCMC Our Radiology Technologists perform specialized exams under the supervision of a Radiologist to diagnose, treat, and care for our patients. More specifically, some of the Radiology Technologists’ vital responsibilities include:

Requirements

Completion of a two-year Radiology program from an accredited institution
Valid state radiology registration as required by state law certification
Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology
Current CPR/BLS certification
Strong understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology
Able to communicate well both verbally and in writing
Basic computer literacy
Detail-oriented and able to work as a team member
Willing to participate in 24 Continuing Education Units every two years
Regular and predictable attendance is required
Regularly required to move or lift between 50-100 pounds using proper body mechanics
Regularly required to stand for long periods with frequent squatting, twisting, bending, kneeling, and reaching to prepare equipment, materials, or objects
Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination is required
Must be able to work in a high-stress environment
Must comply with HIPAA to protect information that is sensitive, proprietary, or confidential
Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as situations require to maintain infection control standards set by the facility

Responsibilities

Performing diagnostic radiographs as ordered
Assisting Radiologists with complicated radiographic examinations, including biopsies and arthrograms
Producing high-quality films for Radiologists to evaluate, maintaining a high degree of accuracy in radiology positioning and exposure technique
Performing quality control functions related to radiology
Assisting in compiling and maintaining statistical data
Ensuring patient comfort and privacy, and educating the patient regarding the exam
Serving as the primary liaison between patients and Radiologists or other members of the support team
Completing documentation
Applying professional and ethical judgment and critical thinking
Participating in continuing education and learning experiences to enhance and maintain current knowledge and skills