Lead OR Radiology Technologist - Flagstaff Medical Center

Responsibilities

• Prepares for surgical procedures by setting up the imaging modality in accordance with each OR procedure.
• Checks patient laterality, uploads all pertinent patient information, ensures equipment is functioning as expected.
• Communicates with the OR team regarding special imaging needs.
• Plans for upcoming surgical case needs by being included in OR team planning and communications regarding specific case needs.
• Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed.
• Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions, fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.
• Performs prescribed procedures in accordance with established department/facility policies, procedures and protocols.
• Maintains infection prevention standards. Understands aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout the procedure.
• Prepares, cleans, adjusts, inspects and maintains equipment.
• Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation.
• Prepares and maintains accurate documentation, archiving imaging data as needed or required.
• Collaborates with physicians and other medical professionals.

Qualifications

• Education: Associates of Applied Science or other related fields.
• Certification & Licensures: Diagnostic/X-ray: Current Radiologic Technologist certification ® with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); AZDHS Certified Radiologic Technologist; BLS (American Heart Assoc.).
• Fingerprint Clearance Card application number and card required upon hire and within 90 days of hire.
• Experience: Minimum 2-year experience as imaging technologist in an OR setting; experience in hospital Trauma 1 and Trauma 2 environment.
• Employee will obtain and maintain appropriate clinical competencies for the roles assigned by their departmental leader.