X-Ray Tech (PRN)

STAT CARE CLINICS

  • Gray, LA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 10 days ago
JOB SUMMARY:Performs routine radiology procedures and related techniques, producing images at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner. To ensures services are performed in a safe environment in accordance with established guidelines and regulatory requirements.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Receives, relays, and documents verbal, written, and electronic orders in the patient's medical record.
  • Corroborates patient's clinical history with physician's order and procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner. May also verify informed consent, if applicable.
  • Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures.
  • Applies principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others, when taking radiographs.
  • Identifies, prepares, positions patient, and competently performs procedure by using established radiology protocols or as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner for diagnostic interpretation or intervention, to achieve the highest quality image.
  • Evaluates images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification is recorded.
  • Identifies and manages emergency situations.
  • Manipulates and reconstructs digital data for display or hard copy records, ensuring proper identification is evident.
  • Maintains archival storage of digital data as appropriate.
  • Assists in maintaining supply inventory.
  • Follows established Safety Standards to ensure a safe environment for self, patients, visitors, and staff (including contracted staff).
  • Establishes ownership of clinical area by taking pride in appearance and readiness of exam rooms, equipment, and supplies.
  • Demonstrates consistent use of AIDET (Acknowledge patient, Introduce yourself, provide Duration/timeline for test, Explain the test, & Thank them for choosing our center)
  • Takes the initiative to help other modalities/areas of the Imaging Center as assigned or when workload/area allows.
  • Attends/participates in staff meetings, in-services, and center-wide meetings as scheduled.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE:
  • New grads are welcome but, experience is preferred.
EDUCATION:
  • Must have a minimum Associates Degree in Radiology or be a graduate of an accredited two-year radiology program.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:Must be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiography and maintain current valid registration from ARRT. Additionally, must meet the state licensure requirement for the state in which they practice. BLS certification required within 60 days of hire.

STAT CARE CLINICS