Radiology Technologist Per Diem Evenings

ScionHealth; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ScionHealth recherche un Technologue en Radiologie Per Diem Soir pour administrer des radiations ionisantes et effectuer divers examens radiographiques. Le candidat idéal aura un diplôme de radiographie médicale, les certifications appropriées et une expérience préférée en imagerie diagnostique. Dans ce rôle, vous serez responsable d'optimiser la sécurité des patients tout en assurant la qualité des images obtenues.

Qualifications

• Diplôme d'une institution accréditée en radiographie médicale.
• Inscription auprès de l'ARRT et certification BLS requises.
• Expérience en imagerie diagnostique préférée (1 an).

Responsibilities

• Administrer des radiations ionisantes pour des fins diagnostiques.
• Sélectionner le protocole approprié et optimiser la sécurité des patients.
• Évaluer les images pour assurer la qualité technique.

Skills

Communication

Sécurité des patients

Optimisation technique

Education

Diplôme de radiographie médicale

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Description

At ScionHealth , we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

Administers ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. Performs a full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures and acquires and analyzes data needed for diagnosis at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. Prepares, administers, and documents activities related to contrast medications and radiation exposure in accordance with state laws, regulations, and company policy.

Essential Functions

• Receive, relay and document verbal, facsimile, electronic and / or telephone orders in the patient’s chart as permitted by state and company policies.
• Provide education and prepare patients for procedures.
• Select the appropriate protocol and optimize technical factors while maximizing patient safety.
• Apply principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self and others.
• Apply three basic principles of radiation safety : time, distance and shielding.
• Observe patient and machine during procedure and report any unexpected outcomes.
• Clean and disinfect x-ray room and equipment as per infection control policy.
• Evaluate images for proper positioning and determine if additional images will improve the procedure or treatment outcome.
• Evaluate images for technical quality and ensure proper identification is recorded.
• Corroborate a patient’s clinical history with the procedure and ensure information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
• Postprocess images and data.
• Verify archival storage of exam data.
• Assist in maintaining medical records while respecting confidentiality and established policy.
• Identify and respond to emergency situations.
• Follow process for managing equipment and physical environment to ensure a safe working environment.
• Communicate issues, concerns, and opportunities for improvement to immediate supervisor routinely.
• Work cooperatively as a team member with co-workers in all departments of the hospital.
• Apply principles of patient safety during all aspects of patient care.
• Provide optimal patient care.
• Approximate percent of time required to travel 0%
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Salary Range

24.45 - $32.91 / Hour

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate from an accredited institution in medical radiography.

Licenses / Certification

• The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration. Current BLS certification.
• State certifications / licensure as required by the state in which employed.

Experience

• One year experience in diagnostic imaging preferred.