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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Okeechobee, Florida

About this job

Radiology Tech, PRN

Raulerson Hospital

Okeechobee, FL

Facility Description:

For more than 34 years Raulerson Hospital has been providing our community quality healthcare with a personal touch. Raulerson is a 100-bed acute care hospital providing a full range of medical and surgical services for both inpatient and outpatient procedures. We are always looking for dedicated professionals to join our dynamic healthcare team and become a member of our family.

About the area...

Okeechobee is a place that almost immediately feels like home. A unique, small community hospital with state of the art practices, in a down to earth community. Our spot in the Big Lake area of Central Florida affords world-class sports fishing, natural beauty, easygoing lifestyle and friendly people. Just a hop, skip and jump from many of Florida's cities and attractions, Okeechobee is an affordable place to live, a fun place to relax and a great place to thrive.

Raulerson Hospital is a member of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, Hospital Corporation of America. HCA Ranks on Fortune's list of Most Admired Companies for three consecutive years. In addition, HCA has also been named one of Ethisphere's World's Most Ethical Companies for four consecutive years. Join our tradition of excellence!

Job Description:

The Radiology Tech conducts radiologic procedures to provide data to assist in the diagnosis of patients. The position's tasks and responsibilities include:

Operates x-ray equipment to make radiographs of designated portions of the body.

Under the supervision of a Radiologist, performs x-ray therapy on patients.

Explains procedures to patients and addresses their concerns.

Positions patients utilizing immobilization devices.

May administer barium salts or other chemical mixtures.

Operates stationary equipment and/or portable equipment used in the Emergency Department, Operating Room and at patient bedside..

Takes pictures and develops film.

Monitors, records and communicates as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems.

Utilizes knowledge of age specific needs of patient in performance of duties and responsibilities.

Orients and mentors new staff members.

Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.

Provides a safe environment for administering contrast material.

Assists with transporting patients.

Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Position Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited program for Radiographers.

ARRT Certification

Current state licensure or permit to practice medical imagining

Current Certification in Basic Life Support

Customer service abilities including effective listening skills.

Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment.

Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 lbs.

Keywords: Radiology Technologist, Radiology Tech, PRN, Per Diem