Radiologic Technologist ASC PRN na Company Set

Description

Operates imaging equipment and performs diagnostic x-rays (if applicable) on patients as ordered by the physician and under the guidance of the physician. Assists in preparing the operating / procedure rooms, as needed. Documents duration of radiation, tests equipment weekly, examines protective x-ray aprons for integrity, and documents the results of tests / examinations. Maintains all necessary documentation, logs, equipment reports, etc. related to the radiology services offered at the center.

• Demonstrates competence in x-ray / fluoroscopy technologist skills.
• Demonstrates competence in selecting exposure factors and positioning, and consistently produces high-quality images.
• Demonstrates competence and proficient use of equipment.
• Adequately troubleshoots equipment problems.
• Oversees and manages the performance of required maintenance of equipment by adhering to cleaning care, storage, and calibration procedures as directed
• Demonstrates proficiency in procedure preparation. Assembles necessary supplies and positioning aids for scheduling procedures according to
• physician’s preference card.
• Proficiently practices radiation safety for self and patient. Wears radiological monitoring devices and adheres to principles of radiation protection.
• Maintains established safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Reports infractions to supervisor.
• Respects patients/introduces self to patient.
• Effectively communicates center, organizational, and industrial information to staff.
• Attains all agreed to goals and objectives within specified time frames, as part of the organization’s overall mission.
• Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety, center/service safety, and specific job-related hazards.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
• Follows the center exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.
• Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as the radiology leader of the center and works to facilitate the center’s ability to meet its goals and objectives.
• Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Required:

Must possess a current (state) license as a Radiology Technician. 

Minimum of one-year fluoroscopy experience. 

BLS certification 

Preferred:

ASC experience

American Registry of Radiology Technicians (ARRT) certification

Ability to work in other areas of the center

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, patients, physicians and the general public.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistics. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Computer Skills: Job requires specialized computer skills. Must be adept at using MS word, communicate by e-mail and use scheduling software. 

Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Special Requirements: Must be able to work variable hours and be flexible to meet the needs of the center’s daily surgery schedule.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is required to lift patients, assist a patient that is falling, and carry heavy medical equipment.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee is frequently required to attend to patients and escort them to and from patient care areas, often being leaned on for support. Upper body strength, for lifting or helping patients out of bed, is also a must.