Radiologic Technologist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Mountain Communities Healthcare District is a very small hospital in a very rural town. We have a 4 bed Emergency Room, no ICU, no trauma center. Our Radiology Dept. services our Emergency Room, our 10 bed Medical/Surgical floor and our out patient needs. We only schedule staff on day shift Monday through Friday. However, we need someone that can share on call responsibilities with our other two Radiologic Technologist on evenings and weekends. Position Responsibilities and Duties: Position Responsibilities are rated as part of the employee   s competency-based performance appraisal. Within the parameters established by the Chief Executive Officer, and approved policies and procedures, the incumbent is assigned the following position responsibilities and duties:    Understands and performs the duties of a Radiologic Technologist    Understands the complexities of imaging equipment in all modalities, i.e., radiology and CT    Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care based on physical, psychosocial, educational and safety related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patient served    Demonstrates knowledge of positioning patients for optimal results    Able to perform duties with minimal supervision    Demonstrates verbal and written skills    Ability to perform duties under adverse conditions    Demonstrates ability to consistently produce quality images    Ability to organize self, equipment and supplies in an efficient manner    Ability to react quickly and efficiently in emergency situations    Ensures all areas are properly stocked with supplies    Demonstrates self-reliance, resourcefulness and accepts responsibility    Assists the Manager, Medical Staff, patients/residents, peers and coworkers in an appropriate and efficient manner    Demonstrates ability to change priorities on short notice    Ability to maintain and access proper documentation, records and files for all modalities    Inform Manager of supply issues and back orders    Maintain strict patient/resident confidentiality    Must display punctuality for regular work hours and callbacks    Participates in ensuring that the Diagnostic Imaging Services department is in compliance of all federal and state regulations    Observes all departmental and hospital policies and procedures    Assists with answering phones and patient scheduling    Maintains safe working conditions    Ability to react quickly and efficiently in case of equipment breakdown (calling repairman, notifying medical staff, etc.)    Monitor equipment and report to the Manager if problem is suspected or occurs    Observes all equipment safety standards (weight limits, etc.)    Provides care appropriate to the age of the patient/resident being served    Evaluates for appropriate behavior, motor skills and physiologic norms    Assesses for signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect    Assesses need for safety measures, i.e., ability to stand without help, ability to transfer without help, etc.    Adjusts contrast media appropriately for different age groups    Uses shielding appropriate for age group and exam    Remains flexible to the needs of the facility regarding staffing patterns (holidays, weekends, and/or call time). Actively participates in the resolution of staffing conflicts as the need arises    Demonstrates effective communication methods and skills in all areas of practice using lines of authority appropriately    Responsible for sharing call and work schedule equally within the department as assigned and scheduled    Participates as necessary and/or required in CQI monitoring as indicated    Consistently works within scope of practice as set forth by the California State Board of Radiology    Other duties as assigned 2. Qualifications: a) Graduate of a Accredited Radiology Program, with Associate of Science Degree b) Current California Certified Radiologic Technologist Licensure (CRT) c) American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) preferred d) Two years experience in an Acute Care setting is preferred e) Experience in at least two modalities f) Experience in a freestanding diagnostic imaging facility may be substituted for Acute Care experience g) BLS Certification required 
Shift: Day shift/ Monday through Friday - share in on call responsibilities
Specialty Type: Diagnostic Imaging
Sub Specialties: CT Technologist,Radiologic Technologist