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Radiology Technologist I

Northern Light Mayo Hospital • Dover-Foxcroft, ME, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1w ago

Northern Light Mayo Hospital

Department: Imaging

Position is located: Mayo Hospital

Work Type: PRN

Hours Per Week: Various

Work Schedule: Various

Summary:

The Radiographer performs radiologic examinations in accordance with all state/federal safety regulations. The Radiographer is expected to perform a variety of procedures with the knowledge and ability to apply prescribed amount of radiation for the purpose of obtaining diagnostic quality images for interpretation by the radiologist.

Responsibilities:

Performs radiographic, fluoroscopic, and utilizing equipment in accordance with department protocols. Performs all duties in a timely manner with minimum waste of supplies, materials, and time.
Acts as resource to all patients, physicians, and staff in a polite manner – referring to another resource when necessary.
Prepares and/or administers contrast material.
Takes call (within 20 minutes from Mayo or onsite) as required by departmental needs.
Schedule Imaging exams as needed.
Complete charges and other clerical duties as required by shift.
Learn PACS and assist providers as needed.
Maintains equipment in good working operating condition and operates equipment according to department and manufacturing recommendation.
Prepares and orients patients to the procedures and provides patient education.
Communicates necessary information to the radiologist for exam interpretation.
Provides assistance in continuous quality improvement.
Follows established safety methods and procedures in accordance with the department policies and documenting exam exposure factor.
Ability to work independently.
Maintains department according to procedures.
Assists other Mayo departments in duties as requested and in accordance with Radiology scope of practice.
Maintain a safe environment which includes knowing and understanding hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
Report and directly address identified environmental hazards when appropriate.
Report and directly address violations of patient safety policy and/or protocol when involved or observed.
Other duties as requested by Director.

Other Information:

Licensed as Radiologic Technologist Required.

Competencies and Skills:

Achieves Results: Sets high standards for their own outcomes and seizes opportunities to engage others towards objectives.
Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct.
Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences.
Demonstrates Adaptability: Learns quickly when facing a new problem or unfamiliar task.
Demonstrates Emotional Intelligence: Exhibits a high level of self-awareness and self-management.
Effectively Communicates: Listens, speaks and writes appropriately, using clear language.
Exercises Sound Judgment & Decision Making: Understands and processes complex information.
Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable.
No previous experience required.
Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help.
Promotes Health and Safety: Promotes a healthy and safe environment for patients, employees and visitors.
Provides Patient-Centered Care: Demonstrates understanding of patient care quality and service as organizational priority.
Resolves Conflict: Promptly acts to find alternatives/solutions when team members disagree.
Serves Others: Strives to understand, meet and exceed the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers.

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