Surgical Radiology Technologist Weekend Option

Erlanger Health System•Chattanooga, TN

14h

About The Position

A radiologic technologist employed by Erlanger Medical Center provides direct and/or indirect radiological care to patients in the Operating Room, Endoscopy Units, and Perioperative Areas. The position performs a variety of procedures using x-ray-producing equipment across surgical service lines and occasionally second assists in procedures. The technologist provides radiology and technical support appropriate to the age-specific needs of patients in assigned areas. Responsibilities include applying sterile technique and radiology safety principles, positioning patients, prioritizing work according to volume and activity, and responding promptly and appropriately to emergent situations. The technologist sets up and cleans equipment and rooms, operates portable x-ray, fluoroscopy, C-arm, and CT machines to produce quality images for surgeons and radiologists, and prints film as requested. When necessary, the technologist alerts on-call employees for case coverage, maintains a consistent weekend coverage schedule, and communicates effectively with Operating Room staff. The position requires knowledge of growth and development across the life span and the ability to assess patient-status data, identify age-specific needs, and provide care in accordance with unit policies and procedures. Competency may be evaluated through observation, skills-lab assessment, verbal or written discussion, peer review, or validated self-assessment.

Requirements

Graduate of an ARRT-approved radiologic technology program and compliance with ARRT continuing education mandates.
Complete the on-the-job Competency Training Program within 6 months of hire.
ARRT certified and compliant with continuing education mandates, or ARRT registry eligible with completion of the registry within one year of hire.
BLS completed before going to the unit or department and maintained thereafter.
Knowledge of growth and development across the life span and ability to assess patient-status data and identify age-specific care needs.

Nice To Haves

Associate of Science in Health Science in Radiologic Technology.
One year of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

Provide direct and/or indirect radiological care in the Operating Room, Endoscopy Units, and Perioperative Areas.
Perform a variety of procedures using x-ray-producing equipment for surgical service lines and occasionally second assist in procedures.
Provide radiology and technical support appropriate to patients’ age-specific needs.
Apply sterile technique, patient-positioning, and radiology-safety principles; prioritize functions based on volume and activity.
Recognize emergent situations and respond promptly and appropriately to patient needs.
Alert on-call employees for case coverage when necessary.
Set up equipment and rooms for exams and clean and store equipment after each exam.
Operate portable x-ray, fluoroscopy, C-arm, and CT machines to produce quality images for surgeons and radiologists; print film as requested.
Maintain a consistent schedule for weekend coverage and communicate effectively with Operating Room staff.
Assess patient-status data, identify age-specific requirements, and provide care in accordance with unit policies and procedures.