Limited Permit Radiology Tech PRN

Limited X-ray Machine Operator (LMXO)

A Limited X-ray Machine Operator (LMXO) performs radiographic procedures according to Montana State Licensure guidelines to obtain desired radiographic results according to provider specifications. The LXMO position transfers patients for examinations, uses ionizing radiation for radiographic diagnosis, and assists with the x-ray examination process, under the direction of a Licensed Radiologic Technologist and / or Radiologist. The LXMO is only allowed to work when a Registered Radiologic Technologist is on duty and present in the same facility and performs the following duties :

• Ability to appropriately access, manage and accurately update patient medical records through Hospital Electronic Medical Record Information Systems.
• Maintains patient confidentiality as outlined by privacy and HIPAA guidelines.
• Practices according to the ARRT Standards of Ethics.
• Educates, interviews, screens and explains imaging and safety procedures to patients regarding the biological effects of radiation and / or magnetic field protection and safety prior to beginning any imaging procedure to reduce anxiety and obtain patient cooperation.
• Positions patient on imaging table and utilizes immobilization devices as warranted for safety or to obtain optimum views of specified areas of the body as requested by a Physician and following protocols developed by a Radiologist.
• Administers contrast media orally or in intravenous administration according to Radiologist and / or Pharmacy guidelines.
• Monitors patient during procedures either through direct contact, by the use of two-way voice communication or through control room window and / or closed circuit TV screen.
• Practices universal safety precautions, radiation protection techniques and magnetic field education to minimize exposure to patient, self and staff.
• Performs x-ray examinations in accordance with the Limited Permit issued in the state of practice : Chest area, Extremities, Spine, Abdomen, GI (Gastrointestinal tract), Fluoroscopy.
• Participates in and ensures continuing education activities as supported and value-added to the current position are continually completed to maintain competency and quality of patient care.
• Complete position specific competencies annually.
• May be required to float to other departments (within scope of competency and qualifications) based on business need.
• May be required to be placed on-call during a regularly scheduled shift.

The list below is considered to be essential functions of your position and all associates within SCL Health are expected to meet the following in their day to day work :

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Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.