Radiology Technologist

***$15,000 SIGN ON BONUS***

Department: Radiology

Daily Work Times: 8:00am - 8:30pm

Scheduled Budgeted Hours: 72 hours

Competitive Compensation Plan

Extensive Benefits Package

No On Call 

Position Summary: 
Prepares and operates x-ray equipment and positions patient to produce Radiographs for diagnosis. Develops film.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:  
1.    Performs diagnostic radiographic services as ordered by a physician.
•    Operates imaging or other equipment with use of phototiming whenever possible.
•    Positions, immobilizes and transfers patients as necessary; assumes care for physical and  psychological need of patients.
•    Calculates exposure factors; practices radiation protection; evaluates radiographs for technical quality.
•    CR & PACS procedures.
•    Performs sterile and isolation techniques when necessary.
2.    Maintains patient and departmental records, as necessary.
3.    Evaluates department functions and makes recommendations to assigned Manager;     
4.    assumes responsibility for portions of the performance improvement plan.
5.    May be responsible for specific areas of instruction involving Technologists, students, and  ancillary personnel.
6.    Responsible for replacing routine and emergency supplies promptly after usage.
7.    Performs quick registrations on patients, if applicable.             
8.    Performs EKG’s, if applicable.
9.    Provides for the age specific needs of the population served according to department standards, as evidenced by observation, documentation, and peer feedback.
(x)    Newborn:        Birth to discharge from McLaren Bay Region
(x)    Infant:        Any child up to one year
(x)    Pediatric:        One year to 12 years
(x)    Adolescence:      13-17 years
(x)     Adult:        18-64 years
(x)    Geriatric:        65 years and older
10.    Participates in performance improvement activities.
11.    Performs other related duties as required and directed.
 

Qualifications:
Required:
•    Graduate of a Radiological Technology program approved by the American Medical Association
•    Registration or registry eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists within the twelve (12) months of hire or transfer
•    CPR issued by American Heart Association or Red Cross Certification

Preferred:  
NONE

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
•    Ability to perform a variety of procedures which require independent judgment, ingenuity to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiographic diagnosis.