Radiologic Technologist

Description

Radiologic Technologist

Stamford, CT, United States

Stamford Health is looking for Full Time and Per Diem Rad Techs to the join In-Patient Radiology Department!

Flexibility to work overtime and holidays as needed as well as on-call duty when applicable

Job Description:

The technologist provides a variety of diagnostic procedures in this specific modality (invasive and non-invasive). Operates equipment, digital imaging software (PACS), prepares patient room, equipment, supplies, and medications. Performs a wide variety of procedures; ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory protocols and standards

Responsibilities

• Operates multiple imaging systems with efficiency.
• Identifies each patient using the hospital patient identification policy, establish accurate patient identification prior to the delivery of patient services.
• Efficiently and effectively provides procedural support for a variety of patient procedures.
• Coordinates radiographic imaging to ensure the quality and continuity of patient care and assists with the management of the workflow of the department to ensure the completion of work assignments in the absence of the radiology supervisor.
• Applies appropriate measures in order to minimize radiation exposure to self, patients, employees and others by employing the ALARA principles. Utilizes and abides by the Image Wisely & Image Gently websites.
• Responsible for achieving quality assurance measures and requirements.
• Responsible for maintaining inventory.
• Successfully participates in continuing education, meetings, and training.
• Communicates appropriately using good interpersonal skills.
• Serves, manages and supports internal and external customers.
• Participates in performance improvement activities.
• Participates as a team member and is accountable for own work responsibilities.
• Participates in instruction of students and in-service education for staff members.

Qualifications

• The candidate has completed a formal radiography or equivalent training program as specified by The American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT).
• Certification by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists and licensed by the State of Connecticut Department of Health.
• Flexibility to work overtime and holidays as needed as well as on-call duty when applicable.
• Displays a good understanding of age-related developmental issues of pediatrics and geriatrics.

About Stamford Health:

Stamford Health is a non-profit independent health care system with more than 3,800 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system's 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation.


Stamford Health is known for its expert, person-centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a High-Performing Hospital. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rated Stamford Hospital as a five-star hospital for Overall Quality and The Leapfrog Group awarded Stamford Hospital an "A" for patient safety. The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care and is a Certified™ Great Place to Work.

Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has recently expanded its relationship with Columbia to offer treatment and expertise from Columbia University Irving Medical Center's nationally recognized heart surgeons. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care right in Stamford, Connecticut. Additionally, in 2020 Stamford Health's Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center entered into an expanded collaboration with Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center.

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