Radiologic Technologist I- Per Diem-Tuesdays and Thursdays-Day shift

Responsibilities

• Greet patient, introduces self, and checks patient identification.
• Reviews patient script and Cerner requisition to ensure the appropriate exam is being performed.
• Acquires appropriate history from patient that is pertinent to the exam being performed.
• Explains procedure and answers any questions the patient has regarding the test.
• Follows department protocol for exam and ensures the safety & comfort of the patient.
• Shields patient according to department protocol and follows ALARA standards.
• Produces and review high quality xrays for interpretation by the Radiologist.
• Interacts professionally with patient and family.
• Attends annual hospital review & departmental inservices meetings.
• P practices medicine & surgical aseptic procedures.
• Assists Radiologist with invasive procedures.
• Works well with other modalities to provide complete patient care.
• May provide clinical instruction to prospective radiographers to instill duties of a radiologic technologist in a health care facility.
• May evaluate a students' ability to perform procedures & ensures student attains objectives of each competency.
• Maintains clinical competency and demonstrates proficiency to work in assigned patient care area(s).
• Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Continuing education, 24 CEU credits for license.
• Maintains current knowledge of professional discipline & educational methodologies through continuing professional development.
• Experience with patient care in a radiology setting.