IMAGING TECH II

Overview

Imaging Technologist, Radiology Diagnostic — PRN / OCC, Variable Hours & Shifts.

Claiborne Medical Center, a member of Covenant Health, offers a full range of medical services including emergency care, general and orthopedic surgery, rehabilitation, and diagnostic services. Our radiology services are certified by the American College of Radiology in Computerized Tomography (CT), Mammography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Nuclear Medicine, and Ultrasound. Claiborne also provides skilled and long-term care through Claiborne Health and Rehabilitation Center. Our team of physicians and staff is dedicated to putting our patients first, every day. For more information, visit ClaiborneMedicalCenter.com.

Position Summary

Performs complex tasks associated with the operation of radiographic equipment to produce high quality X-ray images. The Imaging Tech II is responsible for producing routine and difficult imaging procedures and support activities while maintaining safe radiation practices. Assists in other areas of Imaging Services.

Recruiter : Alexa Robbins || apply@covhlth.com

Responsibilities

• Applies ALARA principles to maintain established radiation safety standards that minimize radiation exposure to patient, health care personnel, self and general public, through consistently using protective devices, shields, dose reduction, and monitors; determines appropriate exposure factors.
• Collaborates patient's clinical history with procedure; ensures information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner. Receives, relays and documents verbal, written and electronic orders in the patient's medical record. Adheres to HIPAA guidelines for patient confidentiality.
• Performs routine and difficult diagnostic imaging procedures through technical expertise of equipment and procedure protocols as ordered by a licensed independent practitioner. Assists licensed independent practitioner with interventional procedures, including time outs according to policy. Completes and verifies accurate informed consents. Performs venipuncture and starts / maintains intravenous access as prescribed. May transport patients. Assists in other areas of imaging as needed. Practices aseptic technique and universal precautions; applies infection prevention techniques and processes.
• Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures; proactively assists patients, families, licensed independent practitioners and visitors as needed.
• Applies patient safety principles during all radiographic procedures, including double IDs, falls prevention, transport and hand hygiene.
• Proficient with clerical duties, radiology information systems and PACS. Assists in the care of equipment, maintains supply levels, and cleans the area.
• May assist in training and orientation of other staff; educates and monitors students and other health care providers when performing exams.
• Assists Senior Technologist / Supervisor / Manager with reports and statistics; assists in inventory control. Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality, completeness, and adherence to test ordering; ensures quality images. Demonstrates competency in critical skills, including addressing age-specific needs of the patient population served.
• Stays current in Basic Life Support (BLS) and performs BLS as needed.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education annually. Works toward achieving goals and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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