Radiology Technologist - IRCAD North America

Department: 10010 IRCAD - Administration

Status: Part time

Benefits Eligible

No

Hours Per Week

0

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Variable - includes evenings and weekends

Pay Range

$30.70 - $46.05

Major Responsibilities

• Operates all radiographic equipment within the department, including correct and adequate anatomic positioning skills.
• Performs and/or assists with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.

Checks requisition for physician notes and/or special instructions and consults with Radiologist and/or other physicians as necessary.

Obtains medications, radiopharmaceuticals, or contrast materials as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized/certified technologist, or registered nurse.

• Confirms patient identification by checking armband and validates proof of identity.
• Records patient medical history pertaining to specific procedure and documents on requisition.
• Prepares and administers contrast media as required.
• Assures that procedure rooms are adequately supplied.
• Maintains patient medical records including closing orders, fixing exceptions, obtaining STAT readings, and verifying correct exam was sent to Stentor.
• Coordinates daily activities and clerical duties.
• Minimum Job Requirements

Education

• Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT recognizes in Radiologic Technology.
• Certification / License
• BLS required
• Work Experience

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Must meet all required elements of competency checklists for advancement level and have 2 years’ experience as Rad Tech I.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Requires strenuous physical effort while assisting patients from wheelchairs and stretchers. Handles equipment and monitors supplies. May frequently be required to stretch, bend, twist, squat or kneel in operating all Radiographic equipment.

Able to use hands for power gripping, speed work and precision during manipulation of radiographic equipment and in the case of injured and/or diseased patients. Vision and hearing for distances of up to 10 feet is necessary.

Exposure to various physical conditions throughout the workday such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs and being near moving equipment. Able to adapt to changes in temperature and humidity.

Preferred Job Requirements

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.

Disclaimer

All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.

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