PS Radiologic Technologist

Job Summary
Come join the University of Utah Department of Orthopaedics Team! Multiple positions available! University of Utahs Department of Orthopaedics is dedicated to relieving pain improving function and restoring quality of life to individuals who suffer from musculoskeletal injury or disease. Our Pediatric Orthopaedic division provides stateoftheart patientcentered care to children and adolescents. When you join our team youll contribute to changing the lives of children and their families for the better. We are Utahs only Orthopaedic group providing compassionate expert care for all orthopaedic conditions specializing in joint reconstruction sports medicine cartilage restoration pediatric orthopaedics spinal disorders hand foot and ankle trauma musculoskeletal oncology shoulder and elbow microvascular repair and major limb reconstruction. Our clinics create worldclass experts through a combination of continuous education training and the development of better treatments through research and innovation. You can learn more about our cutting edge program and how you will fit into it here. No nights weekends holidays or call shifts are required. Rotating Day Shift Monday Friday 7:30 am 5:30 pm University of Utah Health offers a generous benefits package that includes a wide range of programs for employees. Benefits including: 14.2 employer retirement contribution in addition to employee contributions (automatic and immediately vested) Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA Employees who complete the WellU Wellness Program requirements receive a discount on their cost of premiums in the Universitys Employee Health Care Plan. 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation accruals each month Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow access to care through the University of Utah health system Tuition reduction for employees and family members Options for shortterm and longterm disability insurance life insurance and HSA / FSA savings plans are available Free public transportation pass (see here for more information) To learn more about our available benefit packages visit: Xray Technician Job Description: This is a fulltime position in our busy Pediatric Orthopedic clinic. This position does not require you to be in the operating room or perform most fluoroscopic exams. This position is performing mostly static diagnostic Xrays. Location: Travel to all current and future clinics currently located in Salt Lake Riverton Layton and Provo.

Responsibilities
XRay Technician Job Duties: Performs Xrays in a timely manner with minimal exposure. Assists with positioning and transferring of patients. Inputs orders as well as checking patients in and out through iCentra and EPIC . Use of the EOS machine as well as a mini C arm within the clinic. Orders supplies and maintains inventory counts. Performs radiographic procedures and critiques radiographs and images to maintain a quality control program. Selects film adjusts and programs a variety of film changes including cinefluorography and may develop films. Coordinates the activities for the technical services in the operating room and the portable xray area. Maintains the necessary precautions for excessive exposure to radiation and electric shock. Assesses patient vital signs and condition when indicated during exams. Reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel. May assist in orienting new employees or students regarding workflow and procedures of the department. Prepares cleans and stocks rooms with supplies and linens. May participate on department and hospital committees and provide inservice training to hospital staff. XRay Technician Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above. Ability to provide care to the population served. Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patients status and provide care as described in the departments policies and procedures manual. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills. Ability to select proper cassette size and exposure factors and correct any exposure and imaging problems. Ability to prioritize workload while being flexible to meet the needs of the physicians.

Minimum Qualifications
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire. Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of Utah. ARRT Registration as a Radiologic Technician R.T. R) ARRT .