Imaging Tech II
Imaging Tech II
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Overview
Imaging Technologist Radiology Diagnostic
PRN/OCC Variable Hours & Shifts
Claiborne Medical Center Overview:
Claiborne Medical Center a member of Knoxvillebased Covenant Health offers a full range of medical services including emergency care general and orthopedic surgery rehabilitation and diagnostic services. Our radiology services are certified by the American College of Radiology in Computerized Tomography (CT) Mammography Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Nuclear Medicine and Ultrasound. Claiborne also provides skilled and longterm care through Claiborne Health and Rehabilitation Center. Our team of physicians and staff is dedicated to putting our patients first every day. For more information visit ClaiborneMedicalCenter.
Position Summary:
Performs complex tasks associated with the operation of radiographic equipment to produce high quality Xray images. The Imaging Tech II is responsible for producing routine and difficult imaging procedures and support activities while maintaining safe radiation practices. Assists in other areas of Imaging Services.
Responsibilities
- Applies ALARA principles to maintain established radiation safety standards that involve practicing techniques that will minimize radiation exposure to patient health care personnel self and general public through consistently using protective devices shields dose reduction and monitors; determines appropriate exposure factors.
- Collaborates patients clinical history with procedure ensuring that information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner. Receiving relaying and documenting verbal written and electronic orders in the patients medical record. Adheres to HIPAA guidelines for patient confidentiality.
- Performs routine and difficult diagnostic imaging procedures through technical expertise of equipment and procedure protocols as ordered by a licensed independent practitioner. Assists licensed independent practitioner with interventional procedure including time outs according to policy. Completes and verifies accurate informed consents. Performs venipuncture starts and maintains intravenous access as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner. May transport patients. Assists in other areas of imaging as needed. Practices aseptic technique and applies universal precautions at all times. Applies appropriate infection prevention techniques and processes.
- Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures; proactively assists patients families licensed independent practitioners and visitors as needed.
- Applies the principle of patient safety during all aspects of radiographic procedures including double IDs falls transport and hand washing.
- Proficient with all clerical duties radiology information systems and PACS. Assists in the care of equipment. Maintains supply levels. Cleans area.
- May assist in the training and orientation of other staff. Educate and monitors students and other health care providers when performing exams.
- Assists Senior Technologist/Supervisor/Manager with reports and statistics as needed. Assists in inventory control. Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality completeness and type of test ordered; ensures quality images. Demonstrates competency in critical skills including demonstration of competency in addressing the agespecific needs of the patient population served.
- Stays current in Basic Life Support (BLS) and performs BLS as needed.
- Follows policies procedures and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Education: None specified; however must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.
Minimum Experience: Must have successfully completed an educational program that is accredited by a
mechanism acceptable to the ARRT. Must be proficient in all fluoroscopy and
specialized exams; including surgery within 6 months.
Licensure Requirement: Must have and maintain ARRT (R). State licensure in accordance with Tennessee
guidelines.
Employment Type
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