ARRT (Per Diem 0.0 FTE)

About the role

The radiologic technologist must have knowledge in diagnostic radiology, fluoroscopy, trauma radiology, portable radiology and surgery. Specific expertise and skills are needed to maintain a safe radiological environment daily.

Responsibilities

• Provides imaging services and transportation to patients of all ages, including neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
• Communicates thoroughly with patients and families, using I CARE principles for proper patient identification, correct exams, and improved communication and engagement.
• Upholds all safety standards and follows protocols, practices, and guidelines for assigned areas of expertise to provide quality service.
• Observes Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) standards and prioritizes customer and patient satisfaction by utilizing AIDET principles.
• Works collaboratively with other departments, modalities, and personnel to deliver exceptional care to patients and families.
• Manages supplies, equipment, and resources efficiently to support the financial viability of the DCH Health System.
• Understands clinical history, supply and exam charges, and correlates this information with the exams being performed.
• Administers contrast/medications to all assigned patients according to policy and procedure.
• Participates in quality control and completes appropriate documentation for all equipment.
• Ensures the care, cleaning, and maintenance of imaging, transport, and office supplies, equipment, and software as required by assigned areas.
• Instructs and supervises student technologists and new employees as assigned.
• Facilitates and coordinates services for their area of assignment and serves as a contact person for radiologists, physicians' offices, and other departments within the DCH System.
• Maintains awareness of protocol changes, equipment issues, and other functions impacting the shift/departments.
• Performs essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors, and employees.
• Identifies and reduces unsafe practices that could result in harm to patients, visitors, and employees.
• Recognizes and takes appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards to promote safety for patients, visitors, and employees.
• Must adhere to DCH Health System policies and procedures, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Must be proficient in the use of imaging equipment, office equipment, and related materials essential to good patient care, imaging exams, Synapse, and Expanse.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English, and fulfill the graduation and registration requirements as follows: Radiologic (Diagnostic/Fluoroscopy), Computed Tomography (CT), Interventional Radiology (IR), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI Technologist).

Qualifications

• Graduate of a JRCERT approved school of radiologic technology.
• Current registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in radiography or registry eligibility within one year of graduation.

Skills

• Basic anatomy, physiology, and physics relevant to patient care.
• Effective communication and patient education skills.
• Safety protocols and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Collaborative teamwork and problem-solving abilities.
• Technical proficiency with imaging equipment and software.
• Quality assurance and quality control practices.
• Documentation and record-keeping skills.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

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