Imaging Tech - Full Time First Shift

Department

WMH NEW CAMP RHC MB1 ORTHO - 259568

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Work Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Pay Grade

Job Description

Performs general radiology including portable and/or procedures, for patients of ages from pediatric to geriatric.

Duties include, but are not limited to: Produce radiologic images of specified body parts/areas as ordered, following established procedures and standards and adapting as appropriate for patient age and condition: Uses good organizational skills in the performance of job duties.

Meets patient physical and emotional needs during procedures.

Correctly makes modifications of preps, exposure factors, and proper identification of patients and use of markers for all exams from pediatric to geriatric patients. Assures radiation protection for self, patient and ancillary personnel.

Administers contrast media as indicated for specific exams following all injection policies and protocols. Performs related duties of patient care with in department as patient volume and employee staffing dictate. Verifies and executes proper imaging test with physician order.

Demonstrates safe set-up, operation and troubleshooting of equipment. Instruct patients as to the proper physiological requirements for the procedure. Positions and transfers patients comfortably taking all necessary precautions to maintain patient safety. Verifies pregnancy status in women of child bearing age.

Uses available information systems technology to record and distribute information necessary for patient care and operational needs of the organization including, but not limited to the following examples: Accurately enters data into the HIS system to order exams as necessary. Captures patient visit and charge information, including recording exam time, resource usage, procedural codes, equipment and supplies used. Accurately modifying studies, as needed. Recording allergies and untoward reactions to contrast. Record accurate, high quality studies by creating images using approved techniques Annotating the images, as needed.

Limiting the number of unnecessary unspecified exams .Protects patient rights, maintains privacy and confidentiality. Complies with established hospital and departmental policies, procedures and objectives: Follows all personnel, safety and infection control policies. Communicates with supervisor and department manager on issues concerning departmental productivity. Completes mandatory hospital and departmental education, maintains required professional certification and continuing education mandates as necessary. Supervises radiologic technology students during clinical rotations. Attends 50% of staff meetings.

Certification & Licensures

ARRT(R) Registered or registry eligible with satisfactory completion of an AMA accredited Radiologic Technology program

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required

Qualifications

Competence in performing examination and procedures on patients of all ages

Demonstrates knowledge of human growth and development and competence in providing Radiologic Services for patients of all ages including neonate, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric

Benefits

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.