Radiology Tech Wknd Opt

Orlando Health • Orlando, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children is seeking a Radiology Technologist to join their Imaging Department. This role is responsible for providing quality patient care by performing diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention, while adhering to radiation safety principles. The hospital is located on the downtown Orlando Health campus and has been serving children, teenagers, and young adults for over 30 years. It is recognized for its pediatric specialties, receiving numerous awards and recognitions for its quality of care, nursing excellence, and patient outcomes. Orlando Health offers comprehensive benefits, including career-growing education programs and well-being services, with benefits starting on day one. They are committed to providing a flexible environment and are recognized as a "Best Place to Work in Healthcare" and a "Best-In-State Employer."

Requirements

• Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• Valid Certified Radiologic Technologist licensure by the State of Florida
• Valid American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification
• Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification
• None.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy and/or physiology for interpretation and/orn intervention.
• Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care.
• Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
• Complies with all state and federal regulations applicable to each modality.
• Adheres to Orlando Health mission statements and strategic imperatives.
• Assesses the patient’s physical condition and age specific needs.
• Provides instructions that achieve patient cooperation and desired results.
• Performs proper patient identification, acquires patient’s clinical history, and assures that the information is accurately documented.
• Positions patient, equipment, associated devices and manipulates technical factors to achieve high quality images for interpretation.
• Assesses diagnostic images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring that all relative anatomy is demonstrated.
• Applies principles of radiation safety to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
• Comprehends and complies with Quality Control standards and participates in all Quality Control tasks.
• Demonstrates proficiency in contrast medication administration.
• Administers medical aid as required in cases of adverse reactions to contrast medication and/or other emergencies.
• Applies appropriate standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination of contagious diseases.
• Assists in supervision of student technologists and training of new technologists.
• Utilizes all Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.
• Ensures safety of all customers.
• Maintains reasonable regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.
• Maintains well stocked and organized work areas.
• Provides patient transport.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.
• All Inclusive Benefits: Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, back up elder and childcare, pet insurance, and more for full time and part time employees.
• Employee-centric: Orlando Health has been selected as one of the 2020 “Best Places to Work in Healthcare” by Modern Healthcare.
• Committed to Community: Orlando Health provides more than $450 million in total value to the community in the form of charity care, community benefit programs and services, community building activities and more.
• Forbes Recognizes Orlando Health as a Best-In-State Employer
• Career-growing FREE education programs
• Well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life.
• Benefits begin on day one.
• Flexibility wherever possible.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree