RADIOLOGY TECH - BETHALTO EXPRESS CARE - PRN DAYS chez ANDERSON HOSPITAL

Description

Job Summary:

The Radiology/Patient Care Technician is responsible for providing safe and effective delivery of patient care under the guidance and the direction of the Registered Nurse. The Radiology/Patient Care Technician is also responsible for applying prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis in accordance with policy and procedure, practicing radiation safety methods at all times.

Job Responsibilities:

    1. Demonstrates flexibility to meet staffing needs of the department and organization.  

    2. Provides age-appropriate and population specific patient care in a safe, skillful,

         accurate and efficient manner to newborns, pediatric, adolescent, adults and geriatric

         populations.

     3. Identifies patient and family learning needs and provides ongoing education and

         evaluation. 

     4. Uses proper positioning and technical factors to obtain high quality images.

     5. Proficiently operates radiographic equipment.

     6. Is in compliance with all radiation safety standards.

     7. Completes documentation accurately and in a timely manner, according to hospital

         policies and procedures.  

     8. Will assist with procedures, will be competent in all waive testing and splinting needs.

     9. Supports patient’s rights and responsibilities, including respect of cultural, ethical and

         religious diversity.

Qualifications

Education Requirements and Other Requirements:

Education Level:  High school diploma or equivalent preferred. 

Licensure/Certification: Formal radiologic technology training in AMA approved school. Must be

ARRT registered and IDNS licensed unrestricted. BLS certification required.

Experience Requirements:  Minimum of two years’ experience in an acute care radiology position.