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Radiology Tech - Per Diem •

Radiology Tech - Per Diem •

CARSON VALLEY HEALTHGardnerville, NV, US
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Radiology Tech - Per Diem

  • IMPORTANT NOTE : In lieu of benefits due to "per diem" status, 15% will be added to the hourly rate. Per diem employees are offered work on an "as-needed" basis.

POSITION SUMMARY :

At the administrative direction of the Imaging Services Manager, independently perform diagnostic x-ray exams with minimal supervision.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS :

Minimum Education

  • Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program.

    • License Required :

  • NV State radiology license required.

    • Certificate Required :

  • Current ARRT – American Registry Radiologic Technologist certificate required; RT (R). (Must obtain within 90 days of hire)
  • Current BLS certification.

    • Minimum Work Experience

  • Ability to communicate with employees, physicians, patients and administrative staff in a courteous and professional manner.

    • POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

    Equipment

  • Competently operate x-ray, fluoro, portable x-ray and c-arm equipment while performing all routine exams in a safe and optimal manner.
  • Operates highly complex radiographic equipment within the radiology department, operating suites and at the patient's bedside, selecting technical factors to ensure high-quality radiographs using the A.L.A.R.A. (As low as reasonably achievable) standards.
  • Understands and is able to utilize all x-ray rooms in main department.
  • Understands and is able to utilize operating room and x-ray equipment.
  • Understands and is able to utilize x-ray portables in the main hospital.
  • Process films and review for overall quality.
  • Perform required warm-ups and equipment QC. Report all malfunctions to Imaging Services Manager, and service provider.

    • Patient Care

  • Transfer patient to imaging table, explain procedure and position patient according to protocol. Select optimal radiographic technique and obtain established routine views.
  • Receives and reviews requests for radiologic studies.
  • Reads requisition and physician's referral sheet to assure correct exam is performed.
  • Interviews patients and reviews available clinical data from charts to alert nurses and / or physicians to possible contradictions for procedure.
  • Speaks with patient to ascertain pertinent history associated with requested exam.
  • Checks patient chart, if available, to make sure correct exam is ordered.
  • Uses practical knowledge of anatomy for proper positioning to obtain maximum diagnostic information, as evidenced by film taken.
  • Refers to exam guidelines for necessary views.
  • Reads exam requests to determine area of interest.
  • Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and effects of disease processes to properly and safety position patient for maximum diagnostic yield.

    • CARSON VALLEY HEALTH IS PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED AS A FINALIST IN THE

    "BEST PLACES TO WORK" - NORTHERN NEVADA, 2021, 2022, 2024 & 2025!

    WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO OUR TEAM!!

    Per Diem positions have no guaranteed hours or set schedule. The position will fill in for individuals who take unplanned and / or planned time off.

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    Radiology Tech Per Diem • Gardnerville, NV, US