Radiology Tech II

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Department:

Diagnostic Imaging

Under minimal supervision, performs specialized diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as requested by a physician to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit. Performs other duties as assigned. Performs any combination of the following duties depending on the area of assignment.

Primary Job Duties:

• Performs at least two separate modalities in Diagnostic Imaging such as: X-ray and either Angiography or Computed Tomography of the following areas: neuro, abdominal, chest and extremities. Assists physicians in performing other fluoroscopic procedures as needed.
• Transports patients by stretcher, bed, wheelchair, or walking. Provides care for patients during transportation and within the department, if necessary.
• Assists patients by lifting and moving them off and on the x-ray table. Provides bedpans and urinals as needed. Assures that patients are properly dressed for procedures.
• Prepares patient for their exam by consenting, explaining exam and answering patient questions.
• Starts intravenous lines and administers contrast and other preparations as to complete exam in a timely fashion.
• Cares for patient during procedures by assisting them to rest rooms, providing blankets, etc.
• Monitors patient condition pre and post-procedure and reports changes in the patient's condition to Radiologist or RN for follow-up.
• Assists with emergency medical treatment under physician direction.
• Pulls contrast from medication dispenser per protocol and documents contrast in hospital information system (HIS) per protocol.
• Loads the power injector for contrast studies.
• Technologist may give contrast medias and may flush lines with normal saline contrast/normal saline.
• Under direct supervision of the Radiologist, the technologist may pull Xylocaine for procedure.
• Under direct supervision of the Radiologist, the technologist may use heparinized saline to flush catheters.
• Performs data entry in computer systems necessary for work flow and patient care, such as: Radiology information system (RIS) and hospital information system (HIS).
• Performs related duties such as reporting equipment malfunctions, assisting others, and special assignments. Cleans work area and replenishes supplies.
• Attends regularly scheduled department meetings and in-services to maintain working knowledge of changes in machines, and protocols. Maintains CEU's and CPR for license.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education: Completion of a two-year Radiologic Technology training program approved by the American Medical Association (AMA) required.

Licensure: CRT (California Radiologic Technologist) and Fluoroscopy license, ARRT (American College of Radiologic Technologist) certificates (R )- Radiology and for CT Techs (CT ) Computed Tomography are required. Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards required. Valid Driver's License required.

Experience: One year of experience as a licensed Radiologic technologist required. One year of experience in either CT or Angiography/Special Procedures preferred.

Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Knowledge of radiographic equipment and radiation safety (patient and operator). The ability to assist with patient injections and changing dressings requires the use of fine motor skills and precise hand/eye coordination.

Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with patients, public and co-workers. Work requires ability to communicate effectively about complex matters with others who have varying levels of comprehension and knowledge (written and oral).

The hourly rate for this position is $57.44 - $69.12. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.

Job Specifications:

Union: NUHW

Work Shift: Night Shift

FTE: 0.9

Scheduled Hours: 35

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