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Radiology Technologist

Texas Health Huguley FWS • Ottawa, KS, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1m ago

Job Description - Radiology Technologist (24031631)

Job Description

Location: AdventHealth Ottawa

Schedule: FT Days, $10,000 Sign on Bonus

Shift: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30am to 6pm. (Thursday will be the day off)

No Call

The role you’ll contribute:

Under general supervision, primary duties include imaging both neuro and body scans on patients from neonate to geriatric, following the age-specific guidelines of the facility's parameters, transmitting images for diagnostic interpretation, and keeping the hospital computer system up to date with the progress of these exams. The CT technologist actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all, while implementing the principles of the facility.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

Performs all exams using established protocols. Uses facility policy for proper identification of patient prior to performing exam. Educates patient concerning exam. Properly screens patients for any contrast allergies.
Completes all exams in a timely manner, keeps work flow moving, and minimizes empty table time. Follows through after completing exam with communication and transportation of patients.
Performs all types of imaging procedures and operates all equipment safely and properly including scanners, injectors, monitors, and medical equipment. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to perform scans on patients of all ages, adapting protocols as necessary.
Properly screens patients of childbearing age, and operates all imaging equipment in a safe manner minimizing radiation exposure to patients, families, and co-workers. Practices infection control standards, and utilizes approved PPE and disinfectant agents. Maintains a properly stocked, organized, and clean room. Performs vendor-required QA on CT scanners.
Reviews all images of all exams, repeating images as necessary for best possible result. If necessary, notify physician of emergent findings according to established protocol.
Uses computer system for ordering, changing, and canceling exams according to protocol. Confirms order matches exam before pushing to PACS or correctly 'fixes' exams on workstation or PACS.
Assists with collection of data entry for all process improvement projects realizing final goals of department. Maintains a knowledge and understanding of process improvement initiatives for the department.
Actively participates in exceptional customer service and utilizes Service Recovery techniques for patients and families as needed.
Maintains radiation protection standards according to (ALARA) principles.
Consistently attends department meetings or other mandatory meetings with a positive attitude toward department and others. Listens and is responsible for knowing content (Department Meeting Attendance).
May assist physicians in cases of adverse reaction, performance of interventional/biopsy procedures using sterile technique and in acute emergencies when necessary.
May be required to start & maintain viable intravascular access during exams requiring administration of IV contrast material.
Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE STRONGLY PREFERRED:

Ability to analyze and assess data, techniques, methodology, equipment operation, and quality control to ensure that information is obtained and presented accurately.
Up-to-date knowledge of patient positioning and equipment operations, including x-ray machines and printers.
Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry.
Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: