Radiologic Technologist - PART Time- 20 Hours - Afternoons

Principal Duties

• Produce quality radiographs by selecting the appropriate technical factors, correctly positioning the patient, selecting the appropriate contrast media as requested by the radiologist and manipulating the various equipment components properly.
• This includes obtaining portable radiographs in the various nursing units, operating rooms and emergency departments, based on information such as patient age, physical condition and disease processes.
• Represent the hospital in a positive manner both in and outside the work area. Practices good guest relations in promoting the image of the Radiology department and Genesys Regional Medical Center.
• Maintain adequate patient radiation protection to assure the least possible exposure is given. This includes the use of lead shielding and other radiation protection devices when and where appropriate.
• Keep work areas and equipment clean and orderly.
• Maintain supplies necessary to perform the job.
• Assist with clerical duties and transportation of patient when required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate good guest relations skills, good communication skills, tact, diplomacy and be dependable.
• Perform all the duties of position with discretion and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Be physically and mentally capable of performing all the duties of the position.
• Be neat and clean in personal appearance and adhere to hospital dress code.

Education & Experience

• Must possess equivalent of a high school diploma, and must have completed an accredited 2-year radiology program.
• Experience preferred, not required. No additional preferences.

Certifications & Licenses

• Certified BLS Provider specializing in Basic Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 3 months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 6 months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Or be certified by the American Registry of Clinical Radiography Technologists (ARCRT); renewal is required.