Radiology Tech at SSM Health summary:
As a Radiology Technician at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital, I am responsible for taking x-rays and supporting the imaging department to aid in patient diagnostics. With responsibilities including patient positioning, equipment maintenance, and ensuring radiation safety, I uphold high standards of care and quality in imaging. My role demands constant alertness and attention to detail to deliver accurate diagnostic images and maintain an orderly work environment.
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WI-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison
PRN
Job Highlights:
· Department: Imaging and Diagnostics
· Schedule: PRN as needed
· Pay Range starts at: $28.36/hour Daily pay available!
· Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts
· Location: SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison, WI
- Must have ARRT-R credential within 6 months of hire date
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Job Summary:
Takes x-rays of designated parts of the human body for diagnostic purposes and provides support for the imaging department. This position performs plain films, fluoro, portables, and OR exams and/or plain films and Bone Density (BD registry required).
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Explains procedures to patient to ensure understanding. Provides appropriate educational material.
- Transports patients to and from clinical areas and verifies patient identity according to policies and procedures. Prepares patient for radiology exam by positioning the patient for the procedure.
- Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Prevents patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation.
- Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
- Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity. Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted.
- Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
- Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
- Maintains a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms and any other areas in department.
- May perform limited CT procedures in emergent situations when CT Technologist is not on site.
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
- Associate's degree or completion of a radiology certification program
EXPERIENCE
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Constant standing and walking.
- Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
- Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
- Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
- Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
- Frequent lifting/moving of patients.
- Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
- Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
- Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.
- Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
- Rare kneeling and sitting.
Work Shift:
Variable Shift (United States of America)
Employee
4202000007 Radiology - Diagnostic
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0
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Keywords:
Radiology Technician, X-ray, Diagnostic Imaging, Patient Care, Medical Imaging, Radiologic Technology, Healthcare, Radiation Safety, Patient Transportation, Contrast Media
