PS Radiologic Technologist

Job Summary
Come join the Department of Orthopaedics Team! Apply today! The Department of Orthopaedics is dedicated to relieving pain improving function and restoring quality of life to individuals who suffer from musculoskeletal injury or disease. We provide state-of-the-art clinical and surgical orthopaedic patient-centered care with continuous orthopaedic education and the development of better treatments through research and innovation. Department clinicians serve people from across the state and throughout the Intermountain West. We are Utahs only comprehensive orthopaedic group providing compassionate expert care for all orthopaedic conditions. The department specializes in all areas of orthopaedics including 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. Job Description: This is a full-time 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 performs mostly static diagnostic X-rays. This position will be mostly in at our Provo office but you may be asked to cover at our Riverton Salt Lake and Layton locations. No nights weekends holidays or call shifts are required.

Responsibilities
Job Duties Performs X-rays 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 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 includingcinefluorography and may develop films. Coordinates the activities for the technical services in the operating room and the portable x-ray 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 in-service training to hospital staff. 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
Required 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 ).