Medical Imaging - X-Ray - Radiology - PRN

Job Description

Summary

ABOUT WILLIAMSON HEALTH | Williamson Health is a regional healthcare system based in Williamson County, Tennessee, with more than 2,300 employees across more than 30 locations and more than 860 physicians and advanced care practitioners offering exceptional healthcare across 60-plus specialties and subspecialties close to home. The flagship facility, Williamson Medical Center, which recently opened its new Boyer-Bryan West Tower, offers extensive women's services, state-of-the-art cardiology services, advanced surgical technologies, an award-winning obstetrics and NICU, leading-edge orthopaedics, outpatient imaging services, and distinct comprehensive emergency and inpatient services for both adult and pediatric patients. Other Williamson Health service providers include the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee, The Turner-Dugas Breast Health Center, Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital Vanderbilt at Williamson Medical Center, Williamson Health physician practices that are strategically located throughout the community, countywide Emergency Medical Services that include 18 rapid response units, Williamson Health Foundation, and multiple joint venture Vanderbilt Health and Williamson Medical Center Walk-In Clinics in Williamson County. Learn more about our many specialized services at WilliamsonHealth.org.

Williamson Health is a system where your talents will be valued and your skillset expanded. We are rooted in our promise to world-class, compassionate care for the residents of Williamson County and surrounding communities, taking exceptional pride in serving our community. We're committed to empowering our employees to work in innovative ways and reserve time and space for curiosity, laughter and creativity. We value and support the diversity and cultural differences among one another and are committed to upholding an inclusive environment that appreciates the uniqueness of all individuals. Our values are at the heart of everything we do : respect for every individual, the health and total well-being of all people, human compassion and integrity. These shape who we are as an organization and are essential for delivering the highest level of culturally competent care and treatment of every patient, family member, visitor, physician and employee.

Williamson Health is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits program, that offers you choice and flexibility, so you can take charge of your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

o Medical, Dental, Vision

o PTO

o Retirement Matching

o Tuition reimbursement

o Discount programs

o FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts)

o Identity Theft Protection

o Legal Aid

Williamson Health is an equal-opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

POSITION SUMMARY

To provide high quality imaging procedures to our patients and physicians in a respectful and efficient manner while providing those services in a safe and clean environment.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Formal Education / Training

Graduate of an approved School of Radiologic Technology and subsequent Accreditation through The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Must be in compliance with CE Requirements.

BLS is required within 90 days of hire.

Workplace Experience

Preference of one year work experience in hospital after graduation and accreditation; however, willing to train.

Equipment and Skills Training

Possesses general knowledge of many types of x-ray equipment and computers. Will train on specific equipment and processes utilized at Williamson Health.In addition, has had previous training in fluoroscopy, surgery, and routine studies and willing to perform those functions daily.

Physical Environment

Radiation safety and universal precautions practiced in a multi modality imaging department.

Physical Effort

Possesses the ability to perform multifunctional tasks to include : physically manipulate and operate equipment, assist in the movement of patients from wheelchairs and stretchers to table; bend, twist, stoop; lift 20 pounds; communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing; make appropriate judgment decisions in urgent or emergency situations; and demonstrate emotional stability and psychological health in day to day interaction with fellow employees, patients, their families, and physicians.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

• Checks patient identification and physician order to ensure accuracy of request before proceeding with study.
• Questions female patients (ages 12-50) regarding the possibility of pregnancy and properly documents information in record.
• Questions all patients who receive intravenous contrast media and documents information regarding allergies and medical history.
• Provides proper radiation safety protection for all persons, to include self. Follows ALARA, IMAGE GENTLY AND IMAGE WISELY.
• Strives to maintain the dignity of each patient by ensuring the patient is properly covered at all times; during exam and patient transport.
• Seeks opportunities to assist in other areas during downtime periods and always makes good use of time.
• Checks often on patients waiting in hallways to ensure that the patient is covered and comfortable (Pain Management).
• Shows leadership and teamwork in difficult situations and makes appropriate decisions.
• Volunteers for overtime and fill-in when needed.
• Ensures the safety of patients by following all safety procedures while moving patients from wheelchair or stretcher to table and observing patient while on radiology table.
• Performs high quality studies consistently.
• Works well with fellow employees to provide the most efficient use of the equipment and ensures that all requests from physicians and patients are completed.