Job Description
Radiologic Technologists are responsible for maintaining and using diagnostic imaging equipment and supplies necessary to demonstrate portions of the human body for diagnostic and treatment purposes.
EXPERIENCE :
- An Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Radiography or Radiologic Sciences is preferred.
- One year of CT experience is preferred.
- Post-primary certification in Computed Tomography (CT) is preferred.
- Must have certification and registration through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or be able to work towards obtaining certification.
- Certified and up to date in Basic Life Support
WORKING CONDITIONS :
Must be available to work on call, when needed, to ensure 24 hour coverage of department.Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays, to ensure 24 hour coverage of department.Confidentiality must be maintained in working with medical and patient information.Requirements
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Physical Demands, Strength rating :o Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and / or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Prolonged periods of standing or walking are required.
Finger Dexterity and Repetitive Motion :o Typing / keying comprises a significant amount of work function for this position substantial movements of the wrists, hands, or fingers.
o Substantial movements of the wrists, hands, or fingers.
Vision and Hearing : Corrected vision and hearing within normal range to observe and communicate with patients and professional staff.Requirements
Requirements
Must be a registered nurse with a current licensure to practice nursing in the state.Minimum of two-years experience, prefen-ed at least one of which is in the area of public health or home health nursing but not required.Current valid driver's license and reliable transportation.Maintains a current CPR certification.Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.Demonstrates excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communication skills; nursing skills per competency checklist.Shows ability to organize and prioritize workload independently.Management experience not required. May be responsible for supervising home health aides.Maintains responsibility to develop professional self-attend seminars, and identify self -learning needs, collaborates with agency leaders in meeting learning needs. PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS : Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position, or transfer clients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.