X-Ray Technologist

Midstate Radiology Associates•Meriden, CT

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Midstate Radiology Associates (MRA) as a Full Time, 1st Shift, X-Ray Technologist at MidState Medical Center in Meriden. This role involves operating equipment and performing radiological and therapeutic examinations through proper patient positioning and preparation of contrast media to assist physicians in diagnosis and treatment. The technologist will follow established policies and procedures set by the department, hospital, state, ACR, TJC, and OSHA. The position requires demonstrating yearly competencies, preparing examinations for radiologist interpretation, accurately inputting data into the RIS, and possessing appropriate computer skills. The role also involves working effectively as a team member and providing clinical supervision and instruction to students.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate AMA approved radiology program.
Registered with American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT)
CT state license.
CPR certification may be required.
Maintenance of continuing education credits as required by licensure.
Working knowledge applicable to radiological technology with specific references to anatomy, medical and surgical disease, and scientific principles as applied to radiological technology.
Patients care standards and requirements.
Quality assurance principles and practices.
Customer service principles and practices.
OSHA principles and practices.
TJC standards of practice.
Operate and adjust radiological equipment.
Schedule, organize and monitor patient flow to meet company productivity, quality, health and safety standards.
Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, medical staff and co-workers.
Venipunctures certificate (where applicable).
Maintain the confidentiality of patient records.
Schedule, organize and complete work in accordance with required workloads.
Read, interpret and follow internal quality standards and government regulations.
Understand and follow specifications and instructions.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies.
Capable of maintaining basic life support (CPR).

Nice To Haves

At least one year’s experience as a radiological technologist
Associates or Applied Science Degree in related field.

Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic radiography studies by following established protocols and selecting correct exposure factors utilizing the assessment of patient age and diagnosis to produce a technically excellent image to assist the radiologist in the diagnosis.
Some may participate in complex invasive radiological procedures by assisting the radiologist in performing the procedure and producing images in order to provide therapeutic and diagnostic services.
Practices radiation safety through appropriate use of radiation protection devices and adhering to radiation safety standards in order to protect patient, self and staff and to comply with regulatory agencies and requirements.
Maintain the radiological equipment in good operating order.
Clean and disinfect equipment and area after each use.
Maintain work area in an orderly manner.
Report any hazardous conditions or equipment breakdowns to supervisor.
Demonstrates yearly competencies, including knowledge and behaviors, to conduct examinations and meet the needs of patients with regard to the patient’s age, condition or other special requirements.
Routinely prepares examination for interpretation by the radiologist to include correct identification and processing.
Sets up images properly in PACs system.
Accurately inputs data in the RIS by tracking actual procedure in order to capture all charges and other relevant information.
Possess computer skills appropriate to meet departmental needs in preparation of reports and correspondence.
Works effectively as a team member within the department and with other units to provide quality service through communication, cooperation and collaboration.
Provides clinical supervision and instruction to students by maintaining and understanding of policies, procedures, and the clinical competency process (in order to evaluate student growth and competence in performing radiographic procedures).