PRN - Radiologic Technician II

Description

This position is PRN/On-Call or as needed:

The Radiologic Technologist II performs diagnostic imaging procedures and the additional tests in one of the following modalities: CT, MRI, or Mammography, as well as a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment in applying prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnosis.

Essential Functions:

• Obtains patient history, maintains accurate patient records, charge procedures and supplies to the patient's medical record
• Performs procedure(s) as ordered by healthcare provider and observes patient during procedure(s)
• Takes images and evaluates for technical quality and forwards to Radiologist to review/evaluate results
• Assists patient to and from exam room/table; positions patient to ensure optimal results of procedure(s)
• Prepares patients for examination by explaining procedure(s); provides appropriate protective shielding
• Positions equipment for height and angle and sets measurements and controls for appropriate density, details and contrast
• Assists maintain records and files to ensure compliance with all state and federal requirements and regulatory standards
• Prepares solutions of contrast medium and administers as ordered by healthcare provider, and medical supplies
• Performs routine preventive maintenance on equipment to provide for ongoing safe operations
• Performs and documents quality control activities, identifies and reports equipment for repair
• Maintains stock and inventory levels of supplies for procedures
• Actively participates in a variety of performance and quality improvement initiatives
• Provide for the psychological and physical needs of patients for procedures
• Assist in maintenance and compilation of statistical data
• Participates in departmental orientation, on the job training and quality assurance programs/initiatives
• Participates in a variety of department and hospital educational programs to maintain current skill and competency levels; identifies and discusses performance or training needs with Supervisor
• Other duties as required

Requirements

• Two years of experience in diagnostic Radiology with dual modality
• Completion of Radiology Technology program in an ARRT approved school; current registration with American Registry of Radiology Technologists
• Sub-specialty certification, such as ARRT, CT, MRI and/or Mammography. (if performing Mammography' certification required and credentials and continuing Education Credit's must be current and must meet MQSA)
• Current BLS certification, ACLS preferred

Indian Preference and Equal Employment Opportunity

SCAHC gives preference in hiring to San Carlos Apache Tribal members and other Native Americans in accordance with the San Carlos Apache Tribe's Tribal Preference Policy, as set forth in Section 402 of the Tribe's Human Resources Department Policies and Procedures Manual. Otherwise SCAHC does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect him/her because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, SCAHC complies with all applicable federal, and Tribal laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.