AK CTXray Tech Sitka

*********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! *********************************************************** The Radiologic Technologist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients service on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient s needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit s/area/department s policies and procedures. SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement. Working at SEARHC is more than a job it s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits including retirement paid time off paid parental leave health insurance dental and vision benefits life insurance and long and short-term disability and more. Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job AGES SPECIFIC TO DEPARTMENT Newborn Birth through 1 Month Infant 1 Month through 5 years School Age 6 years through 12 years Adolescent/Teenager 13 years through 17 years Young Adult 18 years through 34 years Middle Adult 35 years through 50 years Mature Adult 51 years through 69 years Geriatric Adult 70 years CULTURE/RELIGIOUS ASPECTS Employee will work with patients/employees of all cultural and religious backgrounds. ETHICS AND COMPLIANCE Employee performs within the prescribed limits of SEARHC Ethics and Compliance Program. Is responsible to detect observe and report compliance variances to their immediate supervisor or upward through the chain of command the Compliance Officer or hospital hotline. CUSTOMER SERVICE All employees must adhere to the Mission Vision and Key Values of SEARHC. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Must provide radiographic examination of all body parts for diagnostic interpretation. Must exercise professional judgement in performance of procedures applying principles of radiation protection. Perform diagnostic medical radiography within department and other areas. Maintain patient records and files. Assume responsibility for departmental quality assurance program. Pursue continuing education. Transfer patient to and from absence of supervisor assume responsibility of department. Rotate shifts as required. Perform ancillary duties as requested by supervisor. Follow policies and procedures as set up by SEARHC Administration. Assist in general hygiene of department and self. Should be able to work well in situations of stress. Must be willing to able to take call and report to work within 20 minutes. Must be willing to learn other imaging modalities as Manager sees fit. Must be able to perform duties in two fields of imaging and willing to work outside of modality MRI CT Mammography. Must maintain competency in ancillary modality. Able and willing to perform other duties as assigned. CT/ INTERVENTIONAL Responsible for care of equipment in this area. Responsible for record maintenance. Assist with invasive procedures and knowledge of these procedures. Active part in the preparation of procedure in this area. Consult with referring physicians. Strive towards the goal of venipuncture. Follow standard precautions procedure. Alter routine protocols to provide quality care to pediatric adolescent and geriatric patients. Change contrast levels per age group. Set up and run automatic injector. Familiar with contraindications of contract. Competent in tele-radiology transmission. Competent in sterile technique. Actively assist in supply inventory and ordering. Daily/Weekly QC SECONDARY FUNCTIONS Attends department/organizational meetings in-services and disaster drills. Education Certifications and Licenses Required: Current ARRT in Radiography Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years Experience Required Able to perform all diagnostic exams as related to assigned modality. Knowledge Skills and Abilities Tech I ARRT in one modality (i.e. ARRT general radiography) Tech II ARRT (CT MR MG NM) certified in two modalities/ARDMS categories Tech III ARRT (CT MR MG NM) certified in three modalities Tech IV ARRT (CT MR MG NM) certified in four modalities

Shift: Varies Full Time

Specialty Type: Diagnostic Imaging

Sub Specialties: CT Technologist

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