Radiology Technologist

Rutland Regional Medical Center; Oakham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Oakham is looking for a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging on various equipment under the supervision of a radiologist. Candidates must have a high school diploma and an approved Radiology Technology program. Responsibilities include adhering to scanning protocols and ensuring service excellence. The position offers a pay range from $30.18 to $44.61. Relevant licenses and recent hospital experience are required.

Qualifications

• Recent hospital-related experience of up to one year.
• Experience with Digital Imaging and PACS.
• Knowledge of portable and in-room fluoroscopy procedures.
• Familiarity with Operating Room procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform imaging on all general radiographic equipment.
• Follow appropriate scanning and imaging protocols.
• Provide service excellence and comply with hospital policies.
• Utilize RIS/PACS and HIS for patient exams.

Skills

Competencies in all pertinent modalities

Scheduling flexibility

Knowledge of patient care across age groups

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Approved Radiology Technology program

Job description

Summary

Under the supervision of a radiologist and the direction of department leadership, this position competently performs imaging on all general radiographic equipment and is provided the opportunity and encouragement to expand their skill set into other modalities such as Interventional Radiology, Mammography, CT, MRI, and Bone Density. Responsible for appropriate scanning and imaging protocols in all qualified in all areas where competent and certified. Must have the ability to recognize general radiography anatomy. Responsible for providing service excellence and complying with hospital policies and procedures. Uses the RIS/PACS and HIS for proper recording of patient exams and dissemination of patient results.

Minimum Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have completed an approved and accredited Radiology Technology program

Minimum Work Experience

• Recent, up to one year, hospital related experience
• Digital Imaging and post processing PACS experience
• Portable and in department fluoroscopy procedures
• Operating Room procedures

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Current state R.T. license required.
• ARRT Certified
• BLS Certification through American Heart Association.
• Must obtain 24 ECE credits, in a two-year period, for re-certification and licensure.
• Completion of endorsed patient/visitor de-escalation and restraint program certification *
• Must obtain within 3 months of hire.

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Ability to maintain competencies in all pertinent modalities.
• Willingness to accommodate scheduling flexibility to support staffing patterns that meet patient flow.
• Knowledge and ability to provide care based on physical and psychosocial development and safety issues related to patients of all age groups, including infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
• Demonstrated moderate knowledge of basic computer skills.

Pay Range

$30.18 - $44.61