CT/Xray Technologist - Buffalo, United States - Allina Health

    Allina Health
    Allina Health Buffalo, United States

    1 month ago

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    Regular, Full time
    Description

    Number of Job Openings Available:

    1

    Date Posted:

    April 02, 2024

    Department:

    Radiology

    Shift:

    Day/Evening (United States of America)

    Shift Length:

    8 hour shift

    Hours Per Week:

    36

    Union Contract:

    Non-Union

    Weekend Rotation:

    Every 4th

    Job Summary:

    Performs diagnostic radiological imaging, in more than a single Modality, that may include, CT (computerized tomography), MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), general radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Diagnostic Sonography, or Mammography depending on location of department. These procedures would be as directed by providers or radiologist providing timely and quality service to the patient. Follows Imaging Department policies to maintain a safe, efficient and economical environment. Interacts with patients to welcome, explain and respond to question and concerns during and following the procedure.

    Key Position Details:

    • Will cross train - New grads encouraged to apply
    • .9 (72 hours per pay period)
    • Day/Evening
    • Every 4th weekend
    • No call
    • Holiday Rotati

    Job Description:

    Principle Responsibilities

    • Completes procedure in compliance with physician orders and department guidelines
      • Identifies patient with two identifiers.
      • Documents accurately all needed aspects of the procedure.
      • Observes and communicates with patient, responding to needs.
      • Maintains safe patient environment in procedure area.
    • Performs procedures with high degree of accuracy
      • Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of all diagnostic equipment.
      • Maintains work knowledge and competence.
      • Gathers all relevant information to assist in interpretation of images.
      • Verifies all imaging has appropriately transferred to imaging storage and retrieval system.
    • Provides accurate clerical function
      • Uses Excellian (electronic medical record).
      • Understands the Enterprise Medical Imaging/Picture Archiving and Communication System.
      • Ensures all documentation is complete post procedure.
    • Communicates with supervisor and team
      • Reports problems, issues or ideas.
      • Provides assistance, ideas and information to support the work of others.
      • Other duties as assigned.

    Job Requirements

    • Vocational or Technical Training graduate of accredited School of Radiologic Technology required
    • 0 to 2 years experience in radiology and other modalities required
    • Registered Technologist - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required registered upon hire or
    • Registered Technologist - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required registry eligible, Computerized Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Nuclear Medicine, Diagnostic Sonography or Mammography upon hire and
    • Registered Technologist - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required registered in Computerized Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Nuclear Medicine, Diagnostic Sonography or Mammography
      depending on which Modalities are required in the position. within 180 Days
    • BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource required upon hire

    Physical Demands
    Medium Work*:
    Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently

    Allina Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. EO M/F/Disability/Vet Employer.