Diagnostic Radiographer

The Radiologic Technologist provides clinical services according to radiology practice standards to ensure optimal department functions: Demonstrates skills and knowledge in use of all x-ray equipment and performance of all x-ray protocols and procedures. Demonstrates technical proficiency in producing high quality exams within the appropriate length of time for procedure.
10,000 Sign on Bonus
Demonstrates a satisfactory working knowledge of PACS and if needed reviews scans with the Radiologists as to important anatomic detail and areas of abnormalities. Administers sound patient care practices according to department and hospital policies, to ensure the safety of the patient: Communicates effectively with patient to obtain clinical history/informed consent from patient or patient's chart to assist the physician in optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination. Maintains equipment, exam rooms and work areas in a neat and safe condition, to ensure the safety of the patients and employees: Checks and inspects the suite, equipment and accessories daily for physical and mechanical hazards. Troubleshoots malfunctions, immediately reports dangerous conditions to the appropriate person. Checks stock supply levels, maintains supplies at par level and displays an effort in supply maintenance and utilization. Cleans and disinfects equipment maintains supply of linen in the room.
Maintains quality control checks in accordance with policy requirements: Participates in department QC and PI programs, follows up on all deficiencies. Strictly adheres to the hospital policy on body substance isolation. Always wears film badge while on duty, follows departmental policy for badge results.
Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations: Performs other routine clerical duties as assigned. Inputs and verifies all data in PACS/RADIANT.
Preferred: Appropriate Clinical Training in a Radiologic Technologist program and healthcare experience as a radiology technologist.

Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (CPR, BLS) - American Heart Association

~ Radiology Technician (ARRT) - Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board Of Examiners (LSRTBE)

Lifting Floor to waist level: Lifting Floor to waist level: 10-20lbs - Frequent (36-66% of day)
Lifting Floor to waist level: 20-50lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)
Lifting Floor to waist level: 50-100lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)

WORK SHIFT:

Weekends (United States of America)
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