Radiology Technologist PRN
Job Summary
Baldwin Health is your community healthcare provider a 142-bed facility offering inpatient outpatient emergency diagnostic and surgical care. We are the proud recipients of many awards including the Press Ganey Summit Award The Joint Commissions Top Performer in Key Quality Measures and Modern Healthcares Best Places to Work.
Located in Foley Alabama on the Gulf Coast Baldwin Health is surrounded by unique local shops a quaint historic downtown and is home to the OWA Park and Resort. Youre sure to enjoy our museums parks and restaurants that surround our picturesque clock tower and beautiful fountain. With our busy performing arts community to amazing youth sports programs there are services activities and events throughout the year to entertain and engage you. Foley truly offers something for everyone!
Job Summary
The Radiology Technologist performs advanced diagnostic imaging procedures to assist in patient diagnosis and treatment. This role involves operating and maintaining imaging equipment ensuring patient safety and comfort and collaborating with the healthcare team to produce high-quality diagnostic images. The Radiology Technologist adheres to all regulatory standards and protocols provides education to patients and families and serves as a resource for the team.
Schedule:PRN hours and shifts vary
Qualifications
- 2-4 years clinical experience as a Radiologic Technologist required
- 3-5 years clinical experience in Invasive Lab setting preferred
License
- ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification required
- Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support obtained within 30 days of hire required
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
Essential Functions
- Operates monitors and maintains radiographic/x-ray equipment during procedures ensuring accurate and high-quality imaging.
- Educates patients and families about pre-procedure during-procedure and post-procedure events and instructions addressing questions to ensure understanding and comfort.
- Assists management in providing in-service training on the use of radiology equipment and monitoring radiation safety practices within the lab.
- Performs all assigned functions related to invasive imaging procedures as needed ensuring compliance with safety and procedural standards.
- Monitors patients vital signs and pulses during procedures relaying accurate information to the appropriate medical staff.
- Maintains accurate patient records including pre-procedure during-procedure and post-procedure documentation as well as ensuring proper documentation of charges.
- Ensures all required paperwork is signed dated and timed by physicians in accordance with regulatory and facility standards.
- Holds venous or arterial pressure to maintain hemostasis and ensures patient stability post-procedure.
- Checks all radiology equipment before use ensuring proper functioning and safety.
- Serves as a resource for the team by providing guidance resolving conflicts and accepting delegated authority as assigned.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
About Company
For more than 40 years, CHS has been developing and operating healthcare delivery systems committed to helping people get well and live healthier.