Radiological Technologist - Talent Software Services, Inc.

Job Description
Radiologic Technologist - Float

Position Summary:
Performs radiographic procedures to assist in a diagnosis of disease and injuries.Maintain quality patient care in compliance with San Ysidro Health Core Values. Operate available x-ray equipment to produce quality images of the body.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Positions imaging equipment and adjust controls to set voltage, current, exposure time and distance in accordance with the specifications of the examinations ordered by the providers.
• Collaborate with Care Team personnel to provide timely and quality services.
• Reviews and evaluates computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
• Explains procedures and observes patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.
• Demonstrates strong working knowledge of physiology and anatomy to capture proper views of the affected areas as described by the provider orders.
• Assists in the identification of problems and submits recommendations to Technical Supervisor and Clinic Services Manager.
• Interprets statutes, rules, policies, and regulations regarding radiation safety as required.
• Responsible for the proper maintenance of all records relating to licensing and registration of radiation producing machines.
• Provides and schedules preventive maintenance to equipment and monitors its operation.
• Maintains complete and accurate medical records to ensure access to records that facilitate continuity of care for patients.
• Participates in the standardization of imaging services policies and procedures.
• Provide assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured, or disabled patients.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current state and federal radiation control laws and regulations.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Job Requirements:
Education Required (Minimum level of education):
California Radiology Technologist – Radiography (CRT-R)
Certifications/Licenses Required:
American Registered Radiology Technologist (ARRT)
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
American Heart Association
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Preferred: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
Experience Required (Minimum level of experience):
6-months experience as a Radiologic Technologist in an outpatient setting
Preferred: 2-year experience as a Radiologic Technologist
Skills Required to Perform the Job:
Effective oral and written communication
Effective communication via medical terminology
Equipment Used:
Digital Radiography (DR) and Computed Radiography (CR) X-ray equipment
Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)
Radiology Information System (RIS)
Electronic Health Record (EHR)
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of standing, walking. Some lifting of supplies and equipment. Ability
to follow directions accurately. Subject to electrical and radiant energy hazards. May
be required to work some evenings/weekends.