PRN Cath Lab Radiology Tech — Cardiac Imaging Impact

Ardent Health Services; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Montclair, NJ is seeking a variable-shift, PRN Cardiac Catheterization Lab Radiology Technologist to join our clinical imaging team.

The Radiologic Technologist will obtain diagnostic studies, verify patient identity, calm anxious patients, perform portable X-ray exams in rooms, ORs, and the emergency department, provide lead shielding, enter data into EMR, prepare rooms, and uphold HIPAA policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• NJ Diagnostic Radiology licensure, ARRT.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Obtain diagnostic radiographic examinations at a technical level.
• Identify each patient prior to the exam, using two patient identifiers.
• Gain patient cooperation by reducing anxiety, providing explanations of treatment, and answering questions.
• Perform portable X-ray examinations in patient rooms, operating rooms, and the emergency room.
• Provide lead shielding to patients to minimize radiation exposure.
• Accept assignments as prescribed by the Medical Imaging Coordinator and complete work accordingly.
• Enter data using electronic medical records.
• Prepare examination and treatment rooms with necessary instruments.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills

BLS certification

Education

NJ Diagnostic Radiology licensure

ARRT certification

Job description

Ardent Health Services in Montclair, NJ is seeking a variable-shift, PRN Cardiac Catheterization Lab Radiology Technologist to join our clinical imaging team.

The Radiologic Technologist will obtain diagnostic studies, verify patient identity, calm anxious patients, perform portable X-ray exams in rooms, ORs, and the emergency department, provide lead shielding, enter data into EMR, prepare rooms, and uphold HIPAA policies.