Radiology Technician - Englewood, United States - MedHQ
Description
Amazing opportunity to join a brand-new state of the art multi-specialty ambulatory surgical center in Englewood, New Jersey. NYC Joint and Spine Center is hiring for an A.A.R.T. Certified Radiology Technician. You will work with a dynamic team of premier professional surgeons and staff specializing in Orthopedic, Joint and Spine surgery.
OVERVIEW:
Responsible for performing fluoroscopy (C-arm) procedures in the operating room. Also responsible for participating in preoperative assessment of the patient, including C-arm procedures. Maintains and documents equipment are properly calibrated. Maintains log of all C-arm procedures.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supports the philosophy, goals and objectives of CENTER.
- Supports and performs according to approved policies and procedures.
- Participates as a team member in support of the total perioperative process.
- Considers patient rights in performance of job duties and responsibilities.
- Contributes to the progress and development of the approved QAPI Program
- Supports risk management and participates in programs directed to patient and staff safety.
- Contributes to the quality improvement process; identifies role and contributions upon request.
- Objectively evaluates suggestions, grievances and processes to identify opportunities to improve performance and quality of care.
- Communicates effectively with supervisor/management, patients, visitors, physicians and coworkers.
- Interactions are respectful and courteous.
- Communicates effectively and professionally using a translator when necessary.
- Documents that information received from the patient is disseminated to the appropriate people or departments.
- Maintains and promotes professional competence through continuing education and other learning experiences.
- Participates in committees and quality improvement activities.
- Seeks new learning experiences by accepting challenging opportunities and responsibilities.
- Objectively evaluates suggestions or criticism and attempts to improve performance or seeks further guidance as needed.
- Attends and actively participates in meetings, committees and inservices according to job responsibilities and CENTER requirements.
- Adheres to safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities.
- Reports observed or suspected violations, hazards and noncompliance according to CENTER policy.
- Observes safety measures in performance of job duties and responsibilities.
- Responds to emergency situations with competence and composure.
- Interacts appropriately with various age groups.
- Accurately assesses and interprets agespecific patient data.
- Accurately interprets agespecific patient responses to questions and instructions.
- Involves the patient's family/significant other in decisionmaking about the patient's care.
- Provides care appropriate to the patient's age group.
- Accurately applies knowledge of growth and development.
- Considers agespecific patient requirements when responding to emergency situations.
- Completes duties according to the requirements of each approved procedure needing radiological support.
- Assembles necessary supplies and positioning aids for scheduled procedures according to physician's preference card.
- Tests and monitors equipment for proper working condition.
- Confirms that all persons in the room are properly shielded before activating Carm.
- Applies the prescribed procedures to completely perform the radiology technician functions.
- Follows principles and aseptic technique in performing duties during the procedure.
- Remains available during the procedure to provide timely response to physician or patient needs.
- Follows manufacturer's specifications and OSHA guidelines when performing Carm procedures.
- Performs required maintenance of equipment by adhering to cleaning, care, storage and calibration procedures as directed.
- Handles equipment correctly to provide availability and safety.
- Maintains a clean and organized work area.
- Responds in a timely manner to meet the needs of the patient and the physician.
- Documents records and other forms according to CENTER policy.
- Communicates information about the patient's status to others responsible for patient care.
- Accurately comprehends and interprets verbal orders and direction.
- Performs other duties that may be appropriately required or assigned.
COMPETENCIES - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and TRAINING:
- Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two year college and technical school; six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Two (2) years of radiology technician experience preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
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A
ART certification Required:
- BLS
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Excellent computer
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