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Description:

Performs procedures on patients of all ages according to approved protocols radiation safety and established exam indicators. Schedules and obtains history from patients. Evaluates the appropriateness of requested exams to assist radiologists. Maintains knowledge of equipment and instruments/supplies pertinent to high quality exams. Provides effective internal and external patient communication consistent with age and mental capacity. May travel between SARMC and SAMC-Nampa.

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Registered as a Radiologic Technologist (RT) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

2. Registered in Computed Tomography (CT) within 180 days of hire by ARRT.

3. Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire unless currently certified in ACLS and/or PALS or as defined in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk.

4. One year of subspecialty or general radiology experience preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Knows understands incorporates and demonstrates the Organizations Mission Vision and Values in behaviors practices and decisions.

2. Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups (Neonate Child Adolescent Adult Geriatric as applicable).

3. Revenue Management: ensures the accuracy of documenting services and supplies provided to the patients.

4. Performs ordered procedures according to subspecialty protocols and procedures ensuring that optimum exams are acquired in an efficient and timely manner. This includes being competent in the working up and performance of 3D imaging files as presented across the SAHS system. This could include providing general radiology imaging at select hospitals within SAHS by assignment.

5. Draws blood samples for processing and obtains IV access for administration of contrast.

6. Responds to all patient care according to medical centers policies and procedures for patient care including but not limited to Code Blue Preparedness Universal Precautions Radiation Safety Standards and CPR.

7. Keeps accurate and updated documentation of medications on inventory and medications utilized.

8. Must be able to work independently.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.