Radiology Technologist

Health First Careers•Melbourne, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist performs diagnostic imaging procedures to assist licensed practitioners in treating patient medical conditions. The role operates imaging equipment, promotes patient safety and comfort, follows Health First policies and procedures and regulatory protocols, and collaborates with healthcare teams to produce high-quality radiographic images for medical evaluation. The position may include a $5,000 hire-on bonus and relocation assistance.

Requirements

Graduate of a Joint Review Committee-approved Radiologic Technology program or school.
For mammography work, maintain Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) requirements.
Hold General Radiographer licensure in the State of Florida.
Hold American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification in Radiography (R).
Complete an American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider course and hold the completion card before the start date; maintain it thereafter.
Be able to report to the applicable Health First facility within 30 minutes when on call.
Work effectively and efficiently in a stressful environment and respond to life-threatening situations.
Demonstrate effective time management and critical-thinking skills and coordinate scheduling and patient flow.

Nice To Haves

Prior diagnostic imaging experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Operate diagnostic imaging equipment while maintaining a safe environment for patients, coworkers, and self and following applicable policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Perform imaging procedures that may include general radiographic, portable, emergency room, trauma, operating room, mammography, and fluoroscopic exams, including invasive procedures.
Screen patients and document and communicate pertinent information before and after procedures.
Position patients using immobilization and protective equipment in accordance with safety procedures and protocols.
Produce images that meet quality standards and evaluate exams for technical quality.
Identify, prepare, and administer medications within the technologist’s scope of practice as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
Monitor patients during exams for adverse reactions or complications and take appropriate action when necessary.
Adapt to workflow changes and organizational needs based on patient volume.
Communicate effectively with patients, licensed practitioners, Health First associates, and the public using strong customer-relations skills.
Follow federal, state, and regional healthcare regulations and Joint Commission and ACR standards.