RAD/SURG/CT Weekend Option 7a-7p Sign on bonus 5 K  

JOB SUMMARY:

• Performs/monitors CT procedures according to written protocol as requested by physician's order, or unless modified by radiologist’s preference.
• Adheres to established organizational and departmental Policies, Standard Operating Procedures, quality assessment, and safety.
• Assists radiologists and other physicians.
• Ability to instruct on proper use of dictation line.
• Ability to interact with patients of all ages.
• Must possess problem solving abilities, excellent customer service skills and Patient First characteristics.
• Assists in maintaining a safe working environment throughout the facility.
• Available for on-call and call-back responsibilities.
• Assist Diagnostic Supervisor and Senior Technologist in making recommendations for cost containment and quality improvement.
• Produce high quality diagnostic scans for interpretation by the Radiologists, including detailed patient history, according to department protocol.
• Positions, instructs, and explains the procedure to the patient.
• Thoroughly screens patients prior to procedure. 1
• 3. Properly charges exams upon completion through ITS system.
• Maintain supplies for assigned area.
• Determines need to obtain sedation and discusses possibility with radiologists.
• Performs other duties as assigned, (including assistance in general radiology area), student supervision and evaluation.
• Performs quality assurance testing and maintains clean working environment.
• Assists radiologist and/or other physicians when required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to administer IV contrast as directed by Radiologist.
• Possess knowledge of CT equipment and pre-exam screening requirement within 3 months of hire date.
• Computer literate and ability to understand PACS, CR, Meditech, and RIS system.
• Demonstrated organization and time management skills.
• Possess knowledge of cross section anatomy.
• Knowledge of patient safety precautions and contraindications.
• Ability to critique processed radiographs (or images on monitor) against measurable criteria as established by Radiology Department Standard Operating Procedures.
• Does not require supervision for technical detail, capable of independent judgment.

EXPECTED BEHAVIORS:

• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Excellent human relation skills and adheres to the Radiology Department's "General Policies for Patients’ Rights Policy" (RI 100)
• Exhibit positive interaction with all patients, visitors, co-workers, and physicians.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to deal with the stress of customer relations in a positive/assuring manner.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE: American Reg of Rad Techs (ARRT); Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR); CT; Rad Tech (RT).

ADDITIONAL LICENSURE/CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a registered Radiologic Technologist (registry eligible) in good standing with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Must hold a current valid license with the State of Indiana as a Diagnostic X-Ray Machine Operator.
• Must be CPR certified, (within 3 months of initial hire date).
• Must hold a current valid Indiana State Driver’s License.
• Associate is responsible for submitting copies of licensure and registration along with annual self-evaluation at scheduled performance review.
• 12 ECE points in radiologic technology annually, 24 biennially.
• Associate is responsible for maintaining records of individual continued education and will submit them along with self-evaluation at scheduled performance review.
• Previous CT experience/training preferred. 9. CT Registry (ARRT) preferred when eligible.

ADDITIONAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Mandatory Annual Continuing Education: Customer Service, Fire and Safety, Confidentiality-HIPAA, Infection Control, Corporate Compliance. Annual Unit Specific Competencies, and all education required by regulatory, accreditation bodies and/or Hancock Regional Hospital.