radiology tech per diem - Manchester, NH , USA, United States - Catholic Medical Center

Description

Under the immediate supervision of the Medical Imaging Supervisor the Radiology Technologist, is responsible for conducting routine X-Ray/CT procedures and ensuring all Physician and customer needs are met through clinical and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

Perform X-Rays

1 Operates all fixed and Portable Radiographic Equipment

2 Performs all Trauma Protocols

3 Able to assess plan and provide individualized care for patients taking into account the mental status development and physical needs of each patient based on age

4 Performs all Fluoro produres

5 Performs all OR Procedures

CT

1 Performs CT scan procedures per CT Procedure Manual / Recognizes emergency situations, initiates code procedures, and administers first aid/CPR

2 Assist patients on and off the table

3 Prepares and calculates appropriate dosage and/or administers contrast media ie orally, IV, rectally

4 Starts Intravenous lines and administers IV Contrast

5 Assists the Radiologist in biopsies, abscess drainages and other procedure

6 Performs daily safety warmup and quality control check on CT equipment


PACS
1 Ensures all computed and digital images are properly archived on Synapse

2 Scan Documents in a timely manner

3 Trouble shoot as needed

4 Push images to other Hospitals

5 Burn Cd's/and enter Tech notes into each exam completed

HIS/RIS

1 Ensures timely reporting of exams

2 Charges exams correctly

3 Prints Schedules and checks Patient orders

4 Confirms patient identity with two identifier

Qualifications

• 1 year of X-Ray Experience required. Clinical Rotations will be considered
• Must be Registered with the ARRT. RT required. CT required after 18 months of employment.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
• Must be registered with the New Hampshire Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy

Pay & Benefits

* $28-$34 per hour

• 403(b) with employer match