Radiologic Technologist (Casual)

Job Description

Job Description

Summary The position works under the direction of the Radiology Manager and the Radiologist. This position takes images and radiographs of varied methods of the body in various modalities i.e. CT, Fluoroscopy, Surgery, X-ray, etc. to assist the Medical Staff in the diagnosis of disease and injury.Job DutiesPerforms Holtor monitors as needed.Performs Fluoroscopies, CTs, general X-ray, portables, and surgery. Positions patients properly to obtain diagnostic, high quality images. Adheres to ALARA principles. Must be able to closely follow physician instructions, prepare radiography equipment, position patients and obtain optimal images for diagnosis. Document in EMR for every exam performed. Communicates with radiologist (including off-site) exam details and status of exams to be read. Properly submits studies to after-hours service with all necessary information. Properly completes charges for exams performed. Burn CD disc or push DICOM images when requested by provider or patient for patient transfers. Notifies manager and appropriate department/company of any issues with equipment. Keeps manager apprised of equipment, scheduling, and department issues. Works towards radiologic competencies and learning of new modalities. Efficient/appropriate use of down-time working on various assignments as assigned by manager/supervisor. Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employee will comply with all Mille Lacs Health System (MLHS) policies, including safety policies, procedures, and rules. All will be expected to report unsafe conditions to a member of management.Required Education and ExperienceGraduate of an ARRT recognized two-year technical program with certificate of completion or by equivalent outside study.Must have current Radiology license in the state of MN by the ARRT.Current BLS certification required.Must have the ability to multi-task and work independently.Preferred Education and ExperienceOne to two years as a Radiologic Technologist in a hospital setting strongly preferred.Associates Degree in Radiology or Healthcare.Additional Eligibility QualificationsProfessional written and verbal communicationExpertise with computer based dataCustomer/Client FocusEthical ConductFlexibilityInitiativeStress Management/ComposureTeamwork OrientationTechnical CapacityDetail OrientedTime ManagementQuality and Safety focusedPosition Type/Expected Hours of WorkHours will Vary Based on Organizational NeedsMille Lacs Health System may obtain information about you from a third party consumer reporting agency for employment purposes. Thus, you may be the subject of a "consumer report" which may include information about your character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and/or mode of living. These reports may contain information regarding your criminal history, social security verification, motor vehicle records ("driving records"), verification of your education or employment history, or other background checks.You have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable time, to request whether a consumer report has been run about you and to request a copy of your report. These searches will be conducted by Verified Credentials, LLC, 20890 Kenbridge Court, Lakeville, MN 55044, View phone number on ziprecruiter.com, - The scope of this disclosure is all-encompassing, however, allowing the Company to obtain from any outside organization all manner of consumer reports throughout the course of your employment to the extent permitted by law.