$5,000 bonus with a 2-year commitment.
The Radiology Technologist (Rad Tech) performs operations of X-ray, imaging equipment, and CT, as well as other equipment within the department, and prepares various diagnostic procedures in accordance with recognized safety standards; assists in scheduling and preparing patients for exams; performs departmental and clerical duties as assigned; demonstrates age‑specific competencies in the care of the patient populations and maintains hospital compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulatory standards.
Responsibilities
- Ensures operation of radiological equipment by completing preventive maintenance instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, and maintaining equipment inventories.
- Positions patients and uses immobilization if necessary.
- Selects proper mode to produce correct exposure factors.
- Evaluates images for diagnostic quality, obtaining additional images as needed.
- Explains procedures to patients.
- Prints film or burns CDs if warranted, and matches with the appropriate paperwork for interpretation.
- Performs other related duties incidental to the work therein.
- Produces high‑quality diagnostic images in a timely manner while providing excellent patient care.
- Treats patients and customers, including family members or care providers that may accompany the patient, with courtesy, professionalism and respect.
- Monitors patients' wellbeing during exam, recognizes patient discomfort or medical problems and takes appropriate action.
- Checks patient history and obtains appropriate signed waivers, if necessary.
- Consults with referring physician and/or radiologist when necessary to determine appropriate exam.
- Completes all paperwork and exam reports associated with technical procedures.
- Responds to physician questions and needs regarding patient procedures.
- Checks referral for appropriate study based on patient history.
- Keeps exam rooms and dressing booths clean and properly stocked with supplies.
- Assures room is ready prior to the patient entering the room (equipment is operable, all supplies are readily available, and the area has been appropriately cleaned and prepped).
- Handles delicate situations in a supportive and empathetic manner, while maintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding exam outcomes or potential issues.
- Assists in maintaining patient schedules and accommodates add‑on patients when requested.
- Communicates delays or changes in the schedule to the appropriate person(s).
- Exercises sound judgment regarding image quality; seeks guidance from radiologist if concerned about what a scan reveals and obtains prior approval before taking additional views to better diagnose the patient.
- Ensures patient is released with proper follow‑up information.
- Guides patients through a process by discussing the steps and answering their questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and processes.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology.
- Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification.
- Current BLS Certification (AHA or AHSI).
- Good listening and communication skills.
- Must be able to speak, read and write the English language.
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