CT/X-Ray Tech Full Time

General Summary:

The Radiology Tech completes quality imaging on a variety of patients requiring X-Ray’s and/or CT studies.

Description of Essential Duties:

• Produces high quality diagnostic images to include a variety of procedures with the knowledge and ability to apply the proper scan protocols needed to visualize the anatomy in question
• Participates in QA activities to include maintenance of patient logs and RIS forms
• Keep Repeat/Retake percentage less than 7% of all images for each month
• Understand the process of computed radiology, image processing, archiving, and sending of images to the PACS stations and perform these tasks accurately and free of error
• Ensures Patient Safety, including pre-screening for contra-indications to radiation and contrast injections. Also, the use of aseptic injection techniques
• Maintains proactive, effective communication with patient and the provider regarding any findings patient histories and test results as appropriate
• Check the operation of the equipment, maintain cleanliness of table/equipment to prevent cross-contamination of contagious diseases and keep room stocked with linens and necessary supplies
• Know and practice organizational values and adhere to organizational protocols
• Follow the information security policies and management system, contributing to their effectiveness, and actively reporting on their performance
• Function in a manner that supports the facility in meeting or exceeding goals set forth in the quality metrics
• Support the Facility Leader and Lead Rad Tech by being a positive team player
• Completion of daily checklists
• Participate in morning huddles when on shift
• Accurate completion of clinical inventory as assigned
• Participate in facility specific education and training
• Timely completion of tasks as assigned by the Lead Rad Tech or FL
• Follow the information security policies and management system, contributing to their effectiveness, and actively reporting on their performance

Job Requirements:

Education:

Associates

Experience Years:

1 Year

Experience Type:

• Active State of Florida License

• Active AART Certification

• Must hold an active BLS certification

• Must successfully pass a Level 2 background screen and drug test

• Must be successfully credentialed within each facility you will be performing shifts

• Must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment

• Able to perform the duties expected for an active role in a busy medical environment (standing, walking, teaching, public speaking, pulling, pushing, lifting, etc.)

• Able to stand and work up to a 12-hour shift in the facility

• Ability to travel between local facilities (50-mile radius) in order to cover shifts

• Legibly write English, clearly speak English, and proficiently read English

• Bilingual Preferred

Certifications/Licenses:

• Active State of Florida License

• Active AART Certification

• Must hold an active BLS certification

Travel: Negligible

Physical Requirements:

Bending at the waist: 34-66% (Frequent); Lift/Carry 25-50lbs: 1-33% (Occasional); Listening: 67-100% (Constant); Push/Pull up to 100lbs., reaching above the shoulders and straight ahead/below shoulders: 34-66% (Frequent); Repetitive hand/wrist work: 34-66% (Frequent); Sitting: 1-33% (Occasional); Speaking: 67-100% (Constant); Squatting: 1-33% (Occasional); Standing (moving about and stationary): 34-66% (Frequent); Twisting (turning at the waist), Use of Computer/Keyboard: 34-66% (Frequent).

Mental/Motor Requirements

Ability to prioritize tasks and manage changing priorities: 67-100% (Constant); Attention to detail/attentiveness: 67-100% (Constant); Computer skills: 34-66% (Frequent); Demonstrated ability to follow written procedures: 67-100% (Constant); Interaction with others with professionalism/tact: 67-100% (Constant); Independent decision making, intermediate math calculations: 34-66% (Frequent); Problem solving, reading, verbal communication, and writing: 67-100% (Constant).

Environmental Requirements:

Exposure to chemicals, fumes/odors: 1-33% (Occasional); General office environment and interaction with customers: 67-100% (Constant); Independent work, required to wear respirator and other PPE: 34-66% (Frequent); Teamwork, working in confined space: 67-100% (Constant).