Posted 1mo ago

Registered Radiologic Technologist - PRN SMH

@ Northeastern Health System
Sallisaw, Oklahoma, United States
OnsiteContract
Responsibilities:Transports patients, Prepares patient, Performs imaging
Requirements Summary:High school or equivalent; completion of accredited radiologic technology program; radiologic technologist license; Basic Life Support; preferred ARRT certification; CT/Ultrasound training optional.
Technical Tools Mentioned:X-ray, CT, Ultrasound, Radiology Equipment, Tele-radiology
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Position Summary

Come join our NHS-Sequoyah Radiology team! This position consists of performing X-rays and CT scans on ER patients and inpatients. Our hospital has a six-bed Emergency Department and a small inpatient floor that you will be providing imaging for as needed throughout the night. Images are interpreted via tele-radiology. Once fully trained, the night shift technologist works independently.

 

Position Accountabilities

Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.

Transports patients to radiographic room; prepares and maintains room.

Prepares the patient, obtains patient history, answers any patient questions, explains the procedure, and ensures patient’s cooperation during the examination.

Provides radiologic services to infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, using knowledge/skills unique to the requirements of each age group to ensure optimal patient care.

Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality, completeness, and type of test ordered; ensures quality images.

Requests and stocks supplies as necessary to keep materials on hand at all times.

Performs the duties of Radiologic Technologist and CAT Scan Technologist.

Maintains X-ray and other equipment in efficient operating order; performs preventative maintenance on a regularly scheduled basis; follows chain of command for relaying major malfunctions.

Checks next-day outpatient schedule for correct orders and exams

Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas.

Maintains CE compliance as required by certification

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.