Radiologic Technologist 1 PRN-Rotating shifts

Description

Summary:

Performs diagnostic radiographs of patients while maintaining patient safety. May provide clinical instruction to prospective Radiologic Technologist students and assist in evaluating students ability to perform procedures.

Responsibilities:

patient introduces self and checks patient identification.
patient script and Cerner requisition to ensure the appropriate exam is being performed.
appropriate history from patient that is pertinent to the exam being performed.
procedure and answers any questions the patient has regarding the test.
department protocol for exam and ensures the safety & comfort of the patient.
patient according to department protocol and follows ALARA standards.
and review high quality x-rays for interpretation by the Radiologist.
professionally with patient and family.
annual hospital review & departmental in-services meetings. Practices medicine & surgical aseptic procedures. Assists Radiologist with invasive procedures. Works well with other modalities to provide complete patient care.
provide clinical instruction to prospective radiographers to instill duties of a radiologic technologist in a health care facility. May evaluate a students ability to perform procedures & ensures student attains objectives of each competency.
medical imaging records in appropriate systems and in accordance with department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.
clinical competency and demonstrates proficiency to work in assigned patient care area(s).
all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
other duties as assigned.

Education: HS GRAD/EQUIVALENT

Other Information:

Required: BLS CT State RT License or New Graduates under CT Temporary Practice Provisions Valid ARRT Continuing education 24 CEU credits for license. Maintains current knowledge of professional discipline & educational methodologies through continuing professional development. Experience with patient care in a radiology setting.
Minimum Experience: zero to six months
Credentials:
* American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
* Radiographer
*New Graduates under CT Temporary Practice Provisions
Education: Associates Degree in Radiologic Technology or graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program

Working Conditions:

Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Significant occupational risk

Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt odors noise human waste etc.

Credentials:ARRTRAD

Company: Danbury Hospital

Org Unit: 189

Department: Diagnostic Radiology

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $44.31 Hourly