Radiology Tech II- Radiology- Full Time- Variable

Company: Harlingen Medical Center
Location: Harlingen
Posted on: January 14, 2021

Job Description:

Overview Performs Diagnostic Radiographic, Cat Scan, Mammography, Bone Density, Ultra Sound or Special Procedures according to department protocols. Functions as the first line interface with customers and is successful in the accomplishment of their imaging needs. Participates in PI/ QC activities. Assists in Maintaining Performance Improvement Program. Oversees radiology area and/or staff in Manager's / Director's absence. Maintains department supplies. Promotes teamwork and good customer service. . Does scheduling for assigned sub departments and maintains supplies and equipment for assigned sub department. Responsible for Processing and transmission of Images to PACS.Responsibilities Positions patients and sets technical factors for all diagnostic procedures. Sets high personal standards for film and image quality.Completes all ordered exams as per department protocol- documents why exam is not completed per protocol; follows department exam protocols.Modifies patient protocols relative to the patient physical and cognitive abilities. Discuss these issues with the Radiologist and properly document patient information.Ensures all exams are accurately labeled with patient ID, date, technologist ID and time of exam.Covers patients during transportation and while performing procedures. Ensures compliance with HFAP/TJC/local regulatory/CMS, State and Federal regulations.Maintains medical and surgical aseptic procedures: Practices good Infection Control Techniques, can fully explain universal pre-caution principle.Able to assess pain interfering with imaging procedure- makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.All QC is done at required intervals and appropriately logged- Service calls are placed if QC is out of controls.Consistently maintains neat & clean workplace appropriate to hospital standards.Work pace is consistent with the department standards. Able to assist Radiologist with therapeutic procedures by having all supplies and techniques ready.Sets technical factors accurately to minimize patient dose.Utilizes Radiations Safety Techniques while performing radiographic procedures and properly shields patients when appropriate.Follows all radiation safety standards for patients, employees & family members. Consistently determines pregnancy status of women of child bearing age, before performing exam.Wears radiation badge as per protocol. Uses personal protective equipment appropriately and regularly.Informs and educates patients and families regarding procedure to be performed.Ascertains patient understanding of process and informed consent. Ensures consent is signed prior to examination.Checks patients' identification before exams by at least two methods.Reduces risk of health care acquired infections through proper hand washing and equipment disinfecting.Follows hospital policies to reduce risk of wrong-site, wrong patient, and wrong procedure occurrences.Documents all medication reactions/infiltrations on appropriate form.Works to improve effectiveness of communication among caregivers.Communicates and documents patient's condition/history for Radiologist.Sends all applicable results of prior examinations with telerad examinations.Has all abnormal results that are given verbally read back to ensure accuracy.Checks and logs crash cart, med box and refrigerator on each shift or as required.Reports all equipment malfunctions and call for service immediately using department protocol.Ability to supervise others efficiently and effectively (if applicable).May be required to participate in after hours uncontrolled standby and call back. Position may require use of a pager while on duty and while on standby.Attends and maintains mandatory training in safe patient handling, trained in safe lifting techniques, includes but not limited to 1) Appropriate use of lifting devices and equipment, 2) Five areas of body exposure: vertical, lateral, bariatric repositioning and ambulation, 3) Use of lifting devices to handle patients safely.Performs other duties as assigned or required.Qualifications Education and Work Experience- Licensure and fluoroscopy permit as required by State.- Effective July 1, 2017appropriate national certifications in two modalities required- Current BCLS (AHA). - Must be familiar with State and Federal regulations.- One year of Acute Clinical Radiography preferred- Graduate of a program accredited by JRCERT or ABHES- Proficient computer skills.We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources. EEO is the Law: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf

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