IMAGING TECH II

Covenant Health; Hours; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An established healthcare network is seeking a skilled Imaging Technologist to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will operate advanced radiographic equipment to produce high-quality X-ray images while ensuring patient safety and adhering to strict radiation safety standards. You'll collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient care, assist in diagnostic procedures, and maintain a clean and efficient work environment. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a leading healthcare facility that prioritizes patient-first values and excellence in service. If you're passionate about imaging technology and patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited educational program for imaging.
• Proficiency in fluoroscopy and specialized exams is required.

Responsabilités

• Perform complex tasks with radiographic equipment for high-quality imaging.
• Ensure patient safety and maintain radiation safety standards.

Connaissances

Radiographic Equipment Operation

ALARA Principles

Patient Safety Practices

Technical Expertise in Imaging Procedures

Clerical Duties

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Formation

Accredited Educational Program

Outils

Radiology Information Systems

PACS

Description du poste

Overview

Imaging Technologist, Radiology Diagnostic

Full Time, 72 Hours Per Pay Period, Variable Shifts

Covenant Health is the region's top performing healthcare network. Each of our more than 10,000 employees, physicians, and volunteers are unified by one covenant: to put our patients first every day, to strive for excellence in everything we do, and to make Covenant Health the first and best choice in our region.

Cumberland Medical Center is a 189-bed hospital in Crossville, Tennessee, with more than 650 employees and 175 active physicians. It offers a full range of specialty services, including cardiology, gastroenterology, surgery, orthopedics, maternity services, cancer care, and advanced wound care.

Fully accredited by the Joint Commission, Cumberland Medical Center is an acute care hospital offering all private patient rooms as well as specialized services not usually found in the rural medical system.

For seriously ill patients, advanced medical and surgical care is provided at CMC including telemetry monitored beds and an intensive care unit. Additionally, Cumberland Medical Center offers an outpatient imaging center, same day surgery unit, cardiac and pulmonary rehab programs, a sleep disorder center, breast center, cancer center, and hyperbaric medicine and wound center.

Position Summary

Performs complex tasks associated with the operation of radiographic equipment to produce high quality X-ray images. The Imaging Tech II is responsible for producing routine and difficult imaging procedures and support activities while maintaining safe radiation practices. Assists in other areas of Imaging Services.

Responsibilities

• Applies ALARA principles to maintain established radiation safety standards that involve practicing techniques that will minimize radiation exposure to patient, health care personnel, self and general public, through consistently using protective devices, shields, dose reduction, and monitors; determines appropriate exposure factors.
• Collaborates patient’s clinical history with procedure, ensuring that information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner. Receiving, relaying and documenting verbal, written and electronic orders in the patient’s medical record. Adheres to HIPAA guidelines for patient confidentiality.
• Performs routine and difficult diagnostic imaging procedures through technical expertise of equipment and procedure protocols as ordered by a licensed independent practitioner. Assists licensed independent practitioner with interventional procedure, including time outs according to policy. Completes and verifies accurate informed consents. Performs venipuncture, starts and maintains intravenous access as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner. May transport patients. Assists in other areas of imaging as needed. Practices aseptic technique and applies universal precautions at all times. Applies appropriate infection prevention techniques and processes.
• Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures; proactively assists patients, families, licensed independent practitioners and visitors as needed.
• Applies the principle of patient safety during all aspects of radiographic procedures, including double IDs, falls, transport and hand washing.
• Proficient with all clerical duties, radiology information systems and PACS. Assists in the care of equipment. Maintains supply levels. Cleans area.
• May assist in the training and orientation of other staff. Educate and monitors students and other health care providers when performing exams.
• Assists Senior Technologist/Supervisor/Manager with reports and statistics as needed. Assists in inventory control. Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality, completeness, and type of test ordered; ensures quality images. Demonstrates competency in critical skills, including demonstration of competency in addressing the age-specific needs of the patient population served.
• Stays current in Basic Life Support (BLS) and performs BLS as needed.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education: None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.

Minimum Experience: Must have successfully completed an educational program that is accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the ARRT. Must be proficient in all fluoroscopy and specialized exams; including surgery within 6 months.

Licensure Requirement: Must have and maintain ARRT (R). State licensure in accordance with Tennessee guidelines. BLS certificate preferred.