RADIOLOGIC TECH - Radiology - Per Diem - Variable Shifts

Job Description

Job Description

Radiologic Tech - Per Diem 

Shift: Variable 8 hour shifts

Must have 1+ years of work experience as a Radiologic Tech.

Job Description: 

PATIENT POPULATION:
The patient population served can be all patients, including geriatric, adult, adolescent, pediatric, and newborn. This also includes services which affect facility staff, physicians, visitors, vendors and the general public.

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Administrative Director of Imaging and Physical Therapy, Radiology Director, and in consultation with the Medical Director, the Radiology Tech performs professional duties involved in a variety of technical procedures to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for Radiologic diagnosis, with latitude for independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative. Responsible for patient care, comfort and completion of required procedures. Is responsible for the assessment, treatment or care appropriate to the ages of the patients served. Demonstrates the ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of the patient’s needs. Possesses knowledge of growth and development and has an understanding of the range of treatment needed for all patient groups. Must maintain the department in compliance with rules and regulations set forth by governing agencies.

Responsible for various clerical and Quality Assurance duties as assigned.

May be assigned to work in other Imaging modalities. Must follow AIDET and accepts reassignments and additional duties, when necessary, in a flexible and positive manner. Must maintain the department in compliance with rules and regulations set forth by governing agencies. On call responsibilities required. If Technologist is trained in multiple modalities, (C.T., M.R.I., Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, Diagnostic Radiology), on call responsibilities will be assumed for two (2) of the aforementioned modalities during the call period. Example: (Ultrasound/Nuclear medicine or C.T./Radiography).

Must be able to work normal/scheduled working hours to include Holidays, call-backs, weeknights, weekends, and on-call. Agrees to participate, as directed, in emergencies and community disasters during scheduled and unscheduled hours. As a designated disaster service worker you are required to assist in times of need pursuant to the California Emergency Services Act.
(Gov’t. Code §§ 3100, 3102)

Needs to recognize that they have an affirmative duty and responsibility for reporting perceived misconduct, including actual or potential violations of laws, regulations, policies, procedures, or this organization’s standards/code of conduct. Must maintain an environment of cohesiveness and teamwork.

The employee shall work well under pressure, meet multiple and sometimes competing deadlines; and the incumbent shall at all times demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must have 1+ years of work experience as a Radiologic Tech.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence if required.

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages if required.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Must be capable of dealing effectively and ethically with co-workers, physicians, and other Hospital personnel.

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer skills.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have and maintain:
1. Current licensure as a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist in the state of California.
2. Fluoroscopy Permit from the state of California or obtain one within 6 months of date of hire.
3. The individual must have ARRT certification in Radiography or obtain ARRT certification in Radiography within 6 months of date of hire.
4. Must have and maintain current BLS certification or obtain within orientation process, prior to hands-on patient care.
5. IV certification is preferred.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
*Indicates Essential Function

1 * Performs Diagnostic Radiographic procedures using prescribed positions, technical factors and immobilization devices, as required, and is responsible for the quality of the images.
2 * Selects, operates and maintains equipment as directed and provides radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
3 Assists in instruction of Radiologic Technology students in respective areas.
4 * Responsible for delegated areas in the assignment of routine procedures.
5 May assist in the development of examination routines and techniques.
6 * Maintains adequate records as directed and is responsible for maintaining a clean and neat work area.
7 * Performs basic equipment function checks at the beginning of each shift.
8 * Maintains an average of no more than 2-3 errors and in the Computed Radiology System 2-3 errors=4.
9 * Completes all exams in Meditech and Synapse P.A.C.S. software. Ensures that all documents are scanned, as necessary, and that all notes for the patient encounter are typed into the Synapse P.A.C.S. "Note Section".
10 * Accepts reassignment and additional duties, when necessary, in a flexible and positive manner.
11 * Follows AIDET
12 * Ensures that images are available within the Synapse P.A.C.S. system after exam has been completed and "sent".
13 * Notifies on radiologist of exams requiring STAT readings during and after normal business hours. Sends exams requiring Teleradiology reads in a timely manner to Teleradiology Company. Scan retunred reports to Teleradioligy System.