Radiologic Technologist (Full-time) (Nights)

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and specialized diagnostic radiographic examinations as ordered by licensed providers.
• Verifies patient identity using approved patient identification procedures.
• Reviews physician orders for accuracy and appropriateness.
• Explain imaging procedures and obtain patient cooperation.
• Position patients correctly to obtain diagnostic-quality images.
• Operates digital radiography and imaging equipment according to manufacturer guidelines.
• Evaluates images for quality and repeats examinations only when medically necessary.
• Practice radiation safety using ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles.
• Apply appropriate shielding and radiation protection techniques.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) and Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).
• Absorb patients during fluoroscopic or other imaging procedures as assigned.
• Observe patients for changes in condition and respond appropriately.
• Safely transport and assist patients as needed.
• Maintain imaging equipment and report malfunctions promptly.
• Maintain department cleanliness and stock supplies.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety indicators.
• Follow HIPAA, OSHA, infection prevention, and hospital safety policies.
• Participate in weekend, holiday, evening, night, and on-call rotations as assigned.
• Mentor new employees as requested.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Requires 5 basic units of DCH education units per year.
• Requires DCH mandatory annual training.
• Ability to read, legibly write, follow instructions, and perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Hospital or outpatient radiology experience preferred.
• New graduates with current ARRT registration may be considered.

Qualifications

• Requires current valid license, and/or registration or certifications as an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Maintains a current certification in Basic Life Support (If BLS verification is not current upon hire, it must be obtained within three (3) months of hire).
• Maintains ARRT registration and continuing education requirements.