Acute Care Radiology Technologist - Medical Imaging - FT - Day

Schedule :

Full time - 36 hours / week or greater

Shift :

First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)

Weekly Work Schedule :

Mon-Fri 8 hour shift days

Job Information

Exemption Status : Non-Exempt

A Brief Overview

As a Special Procedures Technologist, the individual is responsible for operating the imaging equipment and producing radiographs according to the standards and practices set forth by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist.

The individual will assist the radiologist, physician, or surgeon to perform both diagnostic and interventional procedures.

The individual will demonstrate knowledge of the human structure and functions, patient care, positioning, principles of radiographic sciences, radiation protection and specialized techniques unique to the Special Procedures environment.

Experience Qualifications

• 2 years Diagnostic radiology experience. Preferred
• Experience in a surgical area. Preferred
• Previous operating room and / or interventional radiology experience. Preferred
• Subspecialty experience. Preferred

Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge level of all diagnostic radiology procedures. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Technologist - ARRT Required within 60 days of hire. Required
• Basic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days of hire.

What you will do

Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis.

Able to operate the Orbic Arcadis 3D C-Arm. Able to operate the AIRO Interoperative C-Arm. Demonstrates proper prepping, draping technique.

Utilizes correct image technique. Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures. Cones and pans well to minimize patient and staff exposure.

Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.

• Moves imaging equipment into specified position, determines exposure factors on basis of height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree of penetration required, and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy.
• Maintains scrubbing skills for all equipment and procedures. Anticipates physician needs. Sets up equipment and room for procedures.

Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.

• Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control. Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician.
• When Special Procedure Technologist is in down time, they are expected to come back to the Main X-Ray Department to help the other Radiologic Technologists.
• Contributes to a team atmosphere by demonstrating excellent communication skills and positive interactions.
• Performs office work including, but not limited to, answering phone, filing, obtaining information from computer, and ordering departmental supplies.
• Participates in on-call rotation to provide 24-hour availability for patients that require emergent imaging need.
• Documents patient or device complications appropriately.
• Measures and mixes barium and contrast media.
• Keeps rooms stocked with appropriate supplies.
• Assists radiologist in fluoroscopic and special x-ray examinations.
• Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.

Required for All Jobs

• Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
• Performs other duties as assigned

Patient Facing Options

Position is Patient Facing

Remote Work Guidelines

• Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
• Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
• Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
• Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
• Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.

Remote Work Capability

On-Site; No Remote

Scope

• No Supervisory Responsibility
• No Budget Responsibility No Budget Responsibility

Physical Demands

• Balancing : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Carrying : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Climbing (Ladders) : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Climbing (Stairs) : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Crawling : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Crouching : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Driving (Automatic) : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Driving (Standard) : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Eye / Hand / Foot Coordination : Frequently 3-5 Hours
• Feeling : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Grasping (Fine Motor) : Frequently 3-5 Hours
• Grasping (Gross Hand) : Frequently 3-5 Hours
• Handling : Frequently 3-5 Hours
• Hearing : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Kneeling : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Lifting : Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
• Operate Foot Controls : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Pulling : Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
• Pushing : Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
• Reaching (Forward) : Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
• Reaching (Overhead) : Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
• Repetitive Motions : Frequently 3-5 Hours
• Sitting : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Standing : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Stooping : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Talking : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Walking : Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Physical Demand Comments :

Must be able to transport patients by pushing a cart, wheelchair, or bed. Must be able to stand wearing a lead apron during long procedures.

Must be able to move portable machines in and out of procedures when indicated.

Working Conditions

• Burn : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Chemical : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Combative Patients : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Dusts : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Electrical : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Explosive : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Extreme Temperatures : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Infectious Diseases : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Mechanical : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Needle Stick : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Noise / Sounds : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Other Atmospheric Conditions : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Poor Ventilation, Fumes and / or Gases : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Radiant Energy : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Hazards (other) : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Vibration : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Wet and / or Humid : Rarely less than 1 hour

Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications : race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information.

This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.

Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.