Specialized Tech, Rad & CT- Phoebe Sumter

Job Summary

Perform routine radiological x-ray and CT procedures as required. Provides direct patient care to all ages of patients.

Qualifications

- Vocational / Technical Degree in Radiography Program (Required) - 2 year / Associate Degree in Radiography Program (Preferred)

Work Experience

- 1 - 2 years Radiology or X-Rays Experience (Required)

Licenses and Certifications

- Required Certifications/Licensures: ARRT Registry eligible obtained within one year of hire

RADIOLOGY TECH JOB DUTIES

- Provide diagnostic tests for patients. - Performs diagnostic procedures to ensure the delivery of quality care. - Maintains files on each patient. - Accounts for films and reports received.

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT USE

- Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role. - Understands equipment operation. - Maintains equipment in working order. - Troubleshoots equipment problems. - Uses technology to increase productivity. - Adapts to new technology.

CARE PROCESSES

- Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care. - Bases care decisions on plan of care. - Monitors and documents patient response. - Establishes rapport with clients. - Adapts communication style, listens and responds to patient needs. - Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment. - Provides effective interventions. - Respects patients confidentiality and privacy. - Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families. - Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.

ASSESSMENT AND DIAGNOSIS

- Collects data in a systematic and ongoing process. - Issues are identified and diagnoses are developed based on assessment data. - Prioritizes data collection based on the patient's condition and needs. - Identifies expected outcomes and plan based on diagnoses or issues.

DOCUMENTATION

- Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion. - Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc. - Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers / users. - Uses correct terminology. - Conforms to required style and format.

Additional Duties

- Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines. - Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization. - Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures. - Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs). - Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time. - Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. - For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age-specific customer service skills. - Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.