CT/X Ray Technologist in Craig

The Radiologic Technologist is responsible for quality and efficient completion of radiologic procedures for diagnostic interpretation. The Radiologic Technologist is responsible for providing patient education, quality patient care, and meeting all regulatory compliance.

Essential Functions and Basic Duties:

• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of imaging procedures of at least two of the modalities listed below.
• Practices radiation safety and adheres to ALARA standards.
• Asks female patients if they are pregnant and protects them from harmful radiation.
• Performs QC in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Able to operate equipment consistent with manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Performs all exams based on Imaging Department Protocols or protocols the exam with the Radiologist.
• Assists with clerical duties and patient transportation when required.
• Answers the telephone, directs calls, and accurately records messages as needed.
• Assists, trains, or cross-trains imaging staff members as directed.
• Completes equipment downtime form and immediately notifies manager of equipment issues.
• Flexible in rearranging work schedule to help fill in for emergencies, illnesses, and vacations.
• Must be self-motivated, use independent judgment, and be able to work with minimum supervision.
• Notifies Radiologist of all STAT or Emergent cases and provides ordering physician contact information.
• Obtains appropriate informed consents when required.
• Performs and documents medical history as it relates to the patient and the procedure.
• Positive and supportive team member to all staff members of the hospital.
• Responsible for ordering, stocking, and maintaining supply inventory.
• Submits all written orders, registration documents, and required imaging forms to Health Information Management and the Radiologist.
• Troubleshoots equipment problems and independently calls service engineer if the malfunction needs outside maintenance.
• Verifies exam orders, identifies patient through two means of identification, and provides exam education.
• Verifies that all relevant paperwork is completed and prior studies are available before submitting procedures to the Radiologist for interpretation.
• Works overtime as directed and takes call as required.
• May be required to obtain additional training or certification in order to meet the needs of the department.
• Assists or rotates to other imaging modalities when required and within the scope of held licensure and/or registry.
• Will be registered in at least two modalities.
• Assists with taking call, working holidays, and/or weekends.

Experience:

• Prior experience as a practicing Technologist in any of the modalities listed above, 2 preferred.
• Technologist will be encouraged to cross-train into other modalities including, but not limited to CT, MRI, DEXA, and Mammography.