Radiology Technician Extern I - Longview - PRN

Description

Summary :

Provides professional care to all patients needing their

services by producing high-quality Radiographs (chest, upper and

lower extremities, Spine, AP / PA, Lateral and lateral

flexion / extension, AP / Lateral Shoulder, AP Clavicle, AP Scapula,

AP / PA Pelvis, Skull / Sinus AP / PA, Lateral, Townes, Caldwell, &

Waters) under the direction of a Radiologist and Radiology

Technologist. Maintains steady flow, to facilitate efficient

workflow. Assist radiology technologists during portable exams and

fluoroscopy procedures. Performs clerical duties including

answering the phone and entering information into the computer.

Transports patients to and from the imaging suite. Continuous light

housekeeping duties, stock supplies, and linen.

Responsibilities :

Meets expectations of the applicable

OneCHRISTUS Competencies : Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or

Leader of Leaders.

Performs a variety of

diagnostic procedures, some of a more complex nature, utilizing

state-of-the-art computerized imaging equipment in more than one

(1) modality.

Requires flexibility to work

competently within assigned modalities as needed or

assigned.

Interacts appropriately with patients

and all care providers by coordinating and prioritizing procedures

during the workday to maintain a high level of patient care and

continuity.

Possesses the ability and

willingness to rotate within departments and clinics for proper

coverage as needed or assigned.

Upon completion

of procedures, program the computer to ensure completion of the

exam and that all scan data is correctly stored in

PACS.

Ensures exam rooms are neat, clean, and

adequately stocked before exams are performed and acts to ensure

compliance with Infection Control

standards.

Coordinates and prioritizes

procedures during the workday to maintain a high level of patient

care and continuity.

Ensures all charges are

correctly coded and entered in the billing

system.

Performs all duties in a manner that

protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or

disclose any confidential information unless necessary in the

performance of assigned job duties.

Ability to

communicate effectively, both verbally and in

writing.

Excellent customer service skills

required.

Adapt assigned patient assessment,

treatment, and / or care methods to accommodate the unique physical,

psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other

developmental needs of each patient

served.

Ensures compliance with all policies,

procedures, and standards as outlined by State and Federal

agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory

entities.

Demonstrates adherence to the Core

values of CHRISTUS Health.

Performs other

duties as assigned.

Job

Requirements : Education / Skills

Current enrollment in an accredited school of

Radiology Technology is required

Experience

Previous hospital experience

preferred

Basic computer experience

required

Licenses,

Registrations, or Certifications

Non-Certified Radiology Technician (NCT) by

Texas Medical Board (TMB) required

BLS

Certification is required

Work Schedule : PRN

Work Type :

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Per Diem As Needed