Radiology Technologist at Intermountain Health summary:
The Registered Radiology Technologist performs medical imaging examinations under a physician's guidance while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Responsibilities include verifying patient information, preparing patients for exams, producing quality images, and complying with safety protocols. The role requires ARRT registration and a current radiologic tech license, along with a commitment to continuous education and patient care excellence.
Job Description:
The Registered Radiology Technologist performs medical imaging examinations under the direction of a physician.
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Posting Specifics
Job Essentials:
- Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
- Is sensitive to the patients needs throughout the procedure. Sufficiently explains to the patient and family the procedure about to be performed in order to facilitate cooperation and alleviate patient anxiety. Addresses any patient concerns.
- Performs radiologic exams that produce quality images and ensures patient and staff safety. Accomplishes this by following proper protocols, correct patient positioning, appropriate and effective use of equipment, and adherence to radiation protection and guidelines.
- Utilizes sterile technique when performing invasive procedures.
- Recognizes emergent patient situations and responds quickly and appropriately.
- Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, including time stamps and image storage.
- Coordinates patient care and communicates pertinent information to other patient care providers following procedure.
- Maintains a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff. Ensures that supplies and equipment are stored in an organized and efficient manner.
- Pursues individual education and career development opportunities, emphasizing those for new procedures and equipment.
- As appropriate, assists and instructs students and other Radiology Techs in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.
Minimum Qualifications:
- ARRT registration.
- Current Rad Tech license in state of practice (if working in Utah).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare providers.
- May be required to complete the Medical Assistant (MA) Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire and perform the function of an MA (as required by Medical Group).
Preferred Qualifications:
Physical Requirements:
Carrying, Hearing/Listening, Lifting, Manual Dexterity, Pushing/Pulling, Seeing, Speaking, Standing, Walking.
Location:
West Valley Clinic
Work City:
West Valley City
Work State:
Utah
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$30.94 - $47.77
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Keywords:
Radiology, Medical Imaging, Patient Care, Radiologic Technologist, Healthcare, Diagnostic Imaging, Safety Protocols, BLS Certification, Patient Safety, Education
