- Regular, consistent, on-site, and timely attendance.
- Collects pertinent data about the patient and procedure.
- Confirms patient's identification and verifies the physician' order.
- Reviews the patient's chart and/or the physician's order to determine the optimal imaging procedure for suspected pathology.
- Verifies the patient's pregnancy status when appropriate.
- Provide information to the patient about the procedure.
- Verifies the patient has consented to the procedure and answers any questions.
- Provides accurate explanations and instructions at an appropriate time and at a level the patient can understand.
- Provides information to patient regarding preparations and any allergic reactions.
- Analyzes the information obtained during assessment phase and determines optimal imaging parameters per diagnosis.
- Determines whether patient has been appropriately prepared for procedure.
- Selects appropriate shielding and immobilization devices.
- Administers contrast agents, (where applicable), according to established guidelines and under direct supervision of registered technologist.
- Obtains written consent prior to IV contrast administration.
- Evaluates lab values prior to administering contrast agents.
- Determines appropriate type and dose of contrast agent to be administered.
- Monitors patient during exam for adverse reaction to contrast media.
- Obtains optimum images during exam/procedure.
- Selects appropriate imaging equipment and technique.
- Positions patient according to exam protocol.
- Utilizes imaging equipment to maximize image quality.
- Sends images to PACS for interpretation by radiologist.
- Documents information about patient care, exam, and patient history in appropriate record.
- Verifies/enters correct order in to RIS/HIS.
- Documents patient history in PACS system.
- Documents any exceptions from the established guidelines.
- Facilitates correspondence between departments to assure procedures are performed in a timely manner.
- Coordinates with Centralized Scheduling, nursing units, and ER to accommodate STAT and ASAP orders.
- Coordinates patient care with all Imaging departments.
- Maintains equipment and workstations in optimum condition.
- Performs daily QC on equipment where applicable.
- Assures adequate patient care and office supplies are maintained.
- Implements downtime procedures when necessary.
- Assists in coordinating rescheduling of patients during equipment downtime.
- Follows established downtime procedures during HIS/RIS downtime.
- Adheres to radiation and MRI safety policies and procedures where applicable.
- Attends radiation or MRI safety in-service or views video annually.
- Ensures adequate radiation safety to themselves, patients, and other personnel by following established policies and utilizing protection devices and equipment where applicable.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Must be enrolled in and have completed one year of an accredited Diagnostic Imaging program.
- Must be approved via competency prior to performing procedure.
- HS Diploma, GED or higher level of education.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.
- Act 33 with renewal
- Act 34 with renewal
- Act 73 FBI
- This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.
- Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
- Travel may be expected locally between System locations.
- See chart below.
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Radiologic Technologist
1 week ago
Excela Health Greensburg, United States$7,500.00-SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE · Job Summary/Overall Objectives · Produces radiographs of various anatomical parts and systems for diagnostic purposes as directed by the radiologist. · Essential Job Functions · * Collects pertinent data about the patient and procedure. · * Reco ...
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Radiologic Technologist
1 week ago
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Radiology Technologist
1 week ago
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Radiology Technologist
1 week ago
Excela Health Greensburg, United States$3,500 Sign on Bonus · Job Summary · Produces radiographs of various anatomical parts for diagnostic purposes as directed by the Orthopedic Physician. · Essential Job Functions · * Verifies pertinent data about the patient and procedure. · * Verifies patient identification using ...
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CT/Radiology Technologist
1 week ago
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Radiologic Technologist
5 days ago
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Radiology Technologist
1 week ago
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Radiologic Technologist
1 week ago
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Radiologic Technologist
5 days ago
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Radiologic Technologist
1 week ago
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Radiology Technologist
1 week ago
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Radiologic Technologist
2 weeks ago
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Radiologic Technologist
1 week ago
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Radiologic Technologist
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Radiologic Technologist-casual
1 week ago
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Radiology Technologist
1 week ago
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Radiologic Technologist
3 weeks ago
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Student Radiologic Technologist - Greensburg, United States - Excela Health
Description
Job Summary/Overall ObjectivesPerforms diagnostic Imaging examinations, (X-ray, Ultrasound, MRI, OR Nuclear Medicine), under the direct supervision of a registered Imaging technologist.
Essential Job Functions
Required Qualifications/Experience
Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers.
It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law.
Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Work EnvironmentEffective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential - Absolute Necessity.
Marginal - Minimal Necessity.
Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or reps/shift.
Occasionally to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Extreme Heat
x
Extreme Cold
x
Heights
x
Confined Spaces
x
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
x
Mechanical Hazards
x
x
Use of Vibrating Tools
x
Operates Vehicle (company)
x
Operates Heavy Equipment
x
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
x
x
Rotates All Shifts
x
x
8 Hours Shifts
x
x
10-12 Hours Shifts
x
x
On-Call
x
x
Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)
x
x
Travel Between Sites
x
x
Direct Patient Care
x
x
Respirator Protective Equipment
x
x
Eye Protection
x
Head Protection (hard hat)
x
Hearing Protection
x
Hand Protection
x
x
Feet, Toe Protection
x
x
Body Protection
x
x
Latex Exposure
x
x
Solvent Exposure
x
Paint (direct use) Exposure
x
Dust (sanding) Exposure
x
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
x
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
x
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
x
x
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
x
x
Mist Exposure
x
Wax Stripper (direct use)
x
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
x
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
x
Laser Exposure
x
Physical Demands
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential - Absolute Necessity.
Marginal - Minimal Necessity.
Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or reps/shift.
Occasionally to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Bending (Stooping)
x
x
Sitting
x
x
Walking
x
x
Climbing Stairs
x
x
Climbing Ladders
x
Standing
x
x
Kneeling
x
x
Squatting (Crouching)
x
x
Twisting/Turning
x
x
Keyboard/Computer Operation
x
x
Gross Grasp
x
x
Fine Finger Manipulation
x
x
Hand/Arm Coordination
x
x
Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
x
<20#Carry
x
<10#Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
x
x
Seeing Near w/Acuity
x
x
Feeling (Sensation)
x
x
Color Vision
x
x
Hearing Clearly
x
x
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
x
x
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
x
x
Reaching Forward
x
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
x
<10#Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
x
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
x
<10#Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
x