Radiologic Technologist

AHN1306- Radiologic Technologist - Macon, GA - 13 Weeks Contract

Sigma Healthcare team is currently looking for Radiologic Tech to work onsite at contracted facilities in Macon, GA.

Shift : Night

Responsibilities :

Operate radiographic equipment to produce clinical diagnostic radiographs and images. Perform diagnostic procedures according to established standards and radiation safety practices.

Work directly with patients, radiologists, physicians and fellow associates. Follow established rules,

regulations policies and procedures of Genesys Regional Medical Center. Demonstrate knowledge,skills, and abilities necessary to provide care to the age group(s) served.

Deliver quality patient care. This includes the use of universal precautions, sterile technique and assuring maintenance of patient confidentiality and the practice of appropriate medical ethics.

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.

Ensure proper patient identification prior to the exam. Properly identifies finished radiographs with patient name, medical record number and date.

Also enters procedure performed into the hospital management information system and network system.

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.

In order to maintain and enhance expertise; keeps current on new developments, trends, equipment and procedures through technical journals, educational programs, in-services and seminars.

Assist in the instruction and training of radiology students and new employees.

Act as a technical resource for the radiology residents and radiologists.

Exercise independent judgment in the absence of management. Reports all equipment malfunctions to management or service representatives.

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.

Certification / Licensure :

Must hold and maintain ARRT certificate.

Must hold and maintain a Current valid state License in Radiology Technology (CRT).

Must have a good working knowledge of Radiology.

Current BLS.

3 years experience.