Hancock Ortho Rad Tech II

JOB SUMMARY:

•  Performs/monitors diagnostic radiology procedures per written protocol as requested by physician's order, unless modified by Radiologist's/RA preference.
•  Adheres to established organizational and departmental Policies, Standard Operating Procedures, quality assessment, and safety.
•  Assists Radiologists, RA’s and other providers.
•  Ability to interact with patients of all ages i.e., neonatal, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric as required by department patient population.
•  Must possess problem solving abilities, excellent customer service skills, AIDET and Patient First characteristics.
•  Assists in maintaining a safe working environment throughout the facility.
•  Available for on-call and call-back responsibilities, as required.
•  Assists lead technologists in making recommendations for cost containment and quality improvement.
•  Knowledge of ordering and maintaining supplies from vendors and CSR.
•  Thoroughly screen, position, instruct and explain the procedure to the patient including follow up assessment.
•  Capable of selecting proper factors, exposures, sequences for equipment.
•  Produce high quality diagnostic images for proper interpretation by Radiologists / RA, including patient detailed history per department protocol.
•  Properly charge exams in the ITS system
•  Ability to assist with taken, logged, billed and completed logs.
•  Performs other duties as assigned, team atmosphere, willing to assist in all areas.
•  Student supervision and evaluation.
•  Performs quality assurance testing and maintains clean working environment.
•  Sterile technique as required.
•  Assist with sedations as required.
•  Assist with invasive special procedures within the DIS department as required.

JOB SPECIFIC CORE COMPETENCIES:

•  Age Specific Training - Ability to interact with patients of all ages.
•  Rad Safety Policy Review
• Customer Service - follows AIDET

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Possess knowledge of diagnostic radiology equipment and pre-exam screening requirement within 3 months of hire date.
•  Computer literate and ability to understand PACS, CR/DR, HIS/RIS System.
•  Demonstrated organization and time management skills.
•  Possess knowledge of cross section anatomy.
•  Ability to critique images against measurable criteria as established by Radiology Department Standard Operating Procedures.
•  Does not require direct supervision for technical detail, capable of independent judgment.
•  IV insertion competency if applicable
•  Ability to administer IV /oral contrast as directed by Radiologist if applicable.
•  Possess the knowledge and ability to work with provider in DIS special procedure exams.

EXPECTED BEHAVIORS:

• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Excellent human relation skills and adheres to the Radiology Department's "General Policies for Patient Rights Policy" (RI 100).
• Exhibit positive interaction with all patients, visitors, co-workers, and providers.
• Ability to deal with the stress of customer relations in a positive/assuring manner.
• Ability to have flexible work schedule.
• Must possess the qualities of integrity and good judgement.
• Must have the ability to project compassion, kindness and excellence to patients and staff following our mission and vision.
• Must be able to communicate technical information clearly; by direct conversation, in writing, and by phone.
•  Must maintain qualities agreed to in Patients First Commitment (Attitude/Demeanor, Respect, Teamwork, Accountability/Initiative, Communication and Dedication to Excellence).

MANDATORY LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:

• CPR

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

•  American Reg of Rad Techs (ARRT)
•  Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
•  Rad Tech (RT)

ADDITIONAL LICENSURE/CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

•  Must be a Registered Radiologic Technologist (registry eligible) in good standing with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist.
•  Must hold a current valid license with the State of Indiana as a Diagnostic X-Ray Machine Operator.
•  Must be CPR certified, (within 3 months of initial hire date).
•  Must hold a current valid Indiana State driver’s license.

ADDITIONAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

•  Mandatory Annual Continuing Education: Customer Service, Fire and Safety, Confidentiality-HIPAA, Infection Control, Corporate Compliance.
•  Annual Unit Specific Competencies, and all education required by regulatory, accreditation bodies and/or Hancock Regional Hospital.