Radiologic Technologist - temporary license

About the Role

As a Radiologic Technologist, your work involves much more than performing diagnostic exams; you also ensure a positive experience by making patients feel respected and secure. This role performs ionizing radiographic and fluoroscopic exams in a variety of environments, according to physician's orders, utilizing knowledge and judgment in regard to exposure factors, imaging technique, and patient care. Central to the success of this role is the ability to handle stressful situations in ways that promote positive outcomes.

Legacy Emanuel Medical Center in North Portland plays a vital role as a local and regional leader in serious clinical illness or injury. With around-the-clock expertise for critical health issues, including trauma, heart care, burns, significant wounds, stroke, brain surgery, and more, Legacy Emanuel is central to the health of our community and critical to the care of the Northwest.

Responsibilities

• Imaging:
  • Provides quality images with accuracy and efficiency, using optimal skills and knowledge of all equipment.
  • Positions patient for diagnostic radiology according to department procedures, training, and machine requirements.
  • Operates radiology equipment, determines and sets exposure factors, sets technique utilizing all relevant factors to ensure accurate and quality images with minimal and acceptable repeat rates.
  • Uses computer image processing, as needed to select and optimize images.
  • Sends images and related patient information to PACS for radiologist diagnosis.
  • Assists with patient transport by moving patients using standard procedures.
• Documentation:
  • Gathers complete documentation of all pertinent information to provide accurate and timely service to customers.
  • Identifies patient by verifying two forms of patient identification such as: date of birth and patient name.
  • Reviews patient chart and orders to ensure correct examination.
  • Labels images completely with demographic, position, and other needed documentation.
  • Gathers charging information and charges exams as required.
  • Follows department and hospital procedures and policies.
  • Performs quality control and quality assurance as applicable.
• Personal & Patient Care and Safety:
  • Provides for personal and patient care and safety using professional judgment in accordance with written standards so there is no injury to self or others.
  • Protects patients and others in the area by using proper machine settings and radiation safety standards.
  • Practices universal and blood and body fluid precautions, and sterile practices according to procedures.
  • Communicates and uses knowledge of related anatomy and physiology to ensure appropriate and effective care to neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
  • Maintains awareness of patient status and takes appropriate actions to meet their needs.
• Professional Behavior:
  • Practices professional communications, appearance, conduct, punctuality, attendance, and attitude that leads to physician, patient, and co-worker respect and confidence.
  • Informs and educates patient and/or family of all needed information concerning the exam performed.
  • Uses professional judgment and presents a professional image of competency to customers and staff.
  • Maintains professional appearance, punctuality, flexibility, confidentiality, and guest relations.
  • Handles stressful situations in ways that promote positive outcomes.
  • Takes personal initiative to maintain current education (journals, books, in-services, seminars, etc.) in all areas assigned.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a certified Radiologic Technology school or program or registry eligible.
• Current applicable state license in Radiologic Technology required. In Oregon, Radiology Technology, Temporary; in Washington, X-Ray Technician Registration.

Skills

• Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.

Pay

USD $36.33 - USD $51.96 /Hr.