X-Ray Technologist 1

Sheridan Memorial Hospital • Sheridan, WY

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About The Position

The X-Ray Technologist 1 at Sheridan Memorial Hospital is responsible for performing diagnostic radiology procedures while ensuring patient safety and care. This role involves operating x-ray equipment, preparing patients for examinations, and maintaining quality assurance projects. The technologist will also be required to take on-call duties and assist in training students and ancillary personnel.

Requirements

• Future Graduate from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained.
• Certified by the State of Wyoming with a limited scope license to practice and administer radiation.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent, required.
• Current BLS certification, required.
• Capable of performing Diagnostic Radiology call.
• Capable of performing all Diagnostic Radiology procedures.
• Previous experience under a Board Certified Radiologist as a student.
• Needs some mentoring.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Additional languages preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of equipment to minimize hazards of electric shock, burns, and extraneous radiation to patients.
• Responsible for safe handling of equipment and images.
• Instructs and prepares patients for radiographic and/or fluoroscopic examinations.
• Selects appropriate equipment to use for procedure.
• Determines most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly.
• Able to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure - makes appropriate physician/nurse contact for intervention.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Understands special radiographic examinations requiring special equipment and procedures such as: interventional procedures, mammograms, hysterosalpingograms, cholangiography, arthrograms, myelograms, and OR procedures.
• Programs portable or stationary x-ray machines and makes radiographs for a variety of examinations.
• Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures.
• Assists in maintaining basic records and reports.
• Assists in training of students and ancillary personnel.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family.
• Completes all work before clocking out and leaving, including checking with nurses' stations.
• Knowledgeable of fire and safety regulations.
• Has knowledge of hospital policies and the functions of the other departments.
• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric, and general population.
• Sends images to PACS.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer
• Consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees