Radiology Tech PRN (imh)

Job Description

Job Description:

As a Radiologic Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic imaging exams on patients using specialized equipment. You will work closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and high-quality imaging results. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of imaging techniques, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details

Job Essentials for Registered Radiology Tech

• Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.

• Is sensitive to the patients needs throughout the procedure. Sufficiently explains to the patient and family the procedure about to be performed in order to facilitate cooperation and alleviate patient anxiety. Addresses any patient concerns.

• Performs radiologic exams that produce quality images and ensures patient and staff safety. Accomplishes this by following proper protocols, correct patient positioning, appropriate and effective use of equipment, and adherence to radiation protection and guidelines.

• Utilizes sterile technique when performing invasive procedures.

• Recognizes emergent patient situations and responds quickly and appropriately.

• Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, including time stamps and image storage.JOB IS FROM: nursingjobs.siteVIEW

• Coordinates patient care and communicates pertinent information to other patient care providers following procedure.

• Maintains a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff. Ensures that supplies and equipment are stored in an organized and efficient manner.

• Pursues individual education and career development opportunities, emphasizing those for new procedures and equipment.

• As appropriate, assists and instructs students and other Radiology Techs in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications for Registered Radiology Tech

• ARRT registration.

• Current Rad Tech license in state of practice (if working in Utah).

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare providers.

• May be required to complete the Medical Assistant (MA) Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire and perform the function of an MA (as required by Medical Group).

Preferred Qualifications

• IV certification.

• One year of experience in an ambulatory outpatient clinic environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location:

Intermountain Health St George Regional Hospital

Work City:

St George

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

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The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

$28.15 - $43.42

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers, and for our Colorado and Montana based caregivers.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

All positions subject to close without notice.