Radiology Technologist - Outpatient - Part Time Weekends

ST. LUKE'S IS PROUD OF THE SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPASSION OF ITS EMPLOYEES.

THE EMPLOYEES OF ST. LUKE'S ARE OUR MOST VALUABLE ASSET! INDIVIDUALLY AND TOGETHER, OUR EMPLOYEES ARE DEDICATED TO SATISFYING THE MISSION OF OUR ORGANIZATION WHICH IS AN UNWAVERING COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE AS WE CARE FOR THE SICK AND INJURED; EDUCATE PHYSICIANS, NURSES AND OTHER HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS; AND IMPROVE ACCESS TO CARE IN THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE, REGARDLESS OF A PATIENT'S ABILITY TO PAY FOR HEALTH CARE.

Schedule: Saturday & Sunday 8AM-8PM

Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures adhering to the principle of
radiation protection, according to local, state and federal standards.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Properly identifies patient and exam and performs diagnostic radiographic
services on patients with the maximum amount of care, while evaluating the
technical quality.
* Responsible for successful technical continuity of care and education of
radiological procedures to patients.
* Demonstrates competency in the knowledge of the RIS/HIS modules appropriate
to their job responsibilities.
* Assists in gathering and recording data for Radiology Quality
Assurance/Performance Improvement program.
* Assumes responsibility for assigned area, making sure all equipment and
supplies necessary for that area are readily available for use.
* Accurately adheres to downtime procedures to assure appropriate information
is available resulting in excellent continuity of care for patients.
* Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active
participation in inservices and/or continuing education programs.
* Provides educational information to the patient regarding their examination.
* Annual peer review of films meets department standards.
* Knowledgeable regarding patient condition, history and appropriate background
and information pertinent to proposed examination.
* Accountable for quality of digital images sent to PACS.  Verify correct
patient is selected from worklist, ensures accuracy of Medical Record
information prior to being sent to PACS.
* Responsible for the success of the department to achieve hospital designated
Press Ganey mean score. Every patient should receive patient education and
your personalized business card.  Apology cards should be sent or given to
all patients when we do not meet their expectations. 
* Assists with secretarial and file room duties when necessary, maintaining
accurate patient records.  Assists in other areas as needed.
* Assists in lifting and transporting patients when necessary.
* Care for patient’s needs while in the department.
* Stocks and supplies inventory of Radiology Rooms.
* Completes Event Report Forms and/or notifies Patient Safety Hotline according
to hospital guidelines.
* Order entry of patient exams.
* Notifies RN of any patient problem or reaction.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS

Frequent use of fingers and hands to operate equipment, pull x-ray folders and
chart information.  Walking or standing for up to 8 hours per shift in 30-minute
increments.  Pulling, pushing and lifting patients up to 300 pounds with
assistance.  Listing and moving objects of up to 30 pounds.  Frequent stooping,
crouching and bending.  Frequently lifting arms above shoulder level.  Hearing
as it relates to normal conversation.  Seeing as it relates to normal vision.

EDUCATION

Graduate from an ARRT recognized education program, or ARRT registered, or ARRT
registry eligible.  Must pass registry within 1 year of hire date. NJ staff must
have current New Jersey State Radiologic Technologist License (with NJ Dept. of
Environmental Protection) and must be registered before date of hire.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

 Experience as a radiologic technologist preferred, and ongoing training in
department procedures.  Must rotate through all areas of diagnostic radiology.
 Current BLS certification required within three months of hire.  History of
computer usage experience required.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home
address.  Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years,
including your present employer.  Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a
current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications
and licenses, if applicable.  It is highly recommended that you create a profile
at the conclusion of submitting your first application.  Thank you for your
interest in St. Luke's!!

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