Radiology Tech - Mary Immaculate Hospital

Radiology Technologist Mary Immaculate Hospital

The Radiological Technologist is a certified health professional who, under the direction of an authorized user, is committed to applying the art and skill of diagnostic imaging through the safe and effective use of ionizing radiation, in diagnostic radiology.

Education: Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)

Certifications: Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) (required) State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed) BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)

Training: EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred) Picture archiving communiation system (PACS) (preferred)

Experience: 1 year experience in radiation safety and patient care (preferred) Experience with Radiology Information System (preferred)

Essential Job Functions: Obtains patient's clinical history and appropriate lab work ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner. Positions and immobilizes patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort. Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others. Performs radiographic procedures by selecting and operating imaging equipment, and/or associated accessories to successfully perform procedures. Verifies informed consent and completes pre and post procedure documentation. Assists licensed practitioner with fluoroscopic and specialized radiography procedures. Applies appropriate aseptic surgical technique as needed. Performs timeout as required per policy. Identifies, prepares and/or administers medications/contrast as prescribed by a licensed practitioner. Receives relays and documents verbal, written and electronic orders in the patient's medical record. Evaluates images for technical quality. Documents patient dose exposures. Professionally interacts with physicians, technologist, physician offices, hospital staff, patient family members and patients. Operates radiographic equipment and accessories in accordance with the principles of ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable).

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer. Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.