Registered Radiology Tech - Union Richwood Urgent Care

St. Elizabeth HealthCare•Union, KY

70d•$25•Onsite

About The Position

The Rad Tech (X-Ray Tech) is a professionally trained individual who produces high quality radiographs for interpretation and diagnosis and provides clinical support to the physician and mid-level providers. The X-Ray Tech must have excellent knowledge of radiation protection of patients, peers, and self. This is a highly visible position that is always responsible for creating a positive impression with patients, family members, and other visitors to the office.

Requirements

Registered by the ARRT and licensed by the state (KY/IN), in which services are performed, with a general license.
Graduate of an AMA accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
Minimum: Associates
Excellent knowledge of radiation protection of patients, peers, and self
Remain in good standing with the ARRT or other professional organizations by actively tracking and obtaining required continuing education credits and adhering to ethical standards.
Provides copies of current ARRT and state licensure cards to HR within thirty days after a new card is issued or sooner upon request.
Maintains certification in Basic Life Support (CPR) with the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association.
Produce images of consistently good quality within the parameters and protocols established by SEP.
Properly identify the patient's name, account number, and other pertinent information on the images
Adjust scan parameters to achieve images of high quality on all types of patients, including larger patients, or patients of any age
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
Must have good organizational skills and work professionally with doctors, hospital administration and management, SEP employees and the public.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team, resulting in effective outcomes and on-time performance.
Must respond and follow through to requests from providers and medical staff promptly.
Must work carefully and precisely with attention to detail.
Performs duties willingly and with initiative. Shares necessary information so co-workers can do the same.
Cooperates with other departments and work groups.

Nice To Haves

6 months preferred but open to new graduate
Hands on clinical experience preferred

Responsibilities

Assists and educates the patient in all aspects of the radiographic procedure.
Ensure complete and accurate information in patient chart.
Assist patients using proper transfer/lifting techniques and body mechanics throughout the imaging facility, including the X-Ray room.
Care for the unique needs of the patient within the accepted scope of practice for an X-Ray Technologist.
Provide services that are appropriate to the patient's age and medical condition.
Maintain adequate level of supplies in workstation.
Perform cleaning, maintenance, Perform required quality assurance testing on the imaging equipment.
Responsible for OSHA, CLIA and HIPAA compliance.
Ensures patient confidentiality.
Other duties as assigned.