Radiologic Technologist - Farmington, Weekends

University of Utah Health; Salt Lake City (UT); Presencial; USD 60 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

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Resumo da oferta

University of Utah Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic procedures and ensure high-quality images. The role involves supporting imaging in operating rooms, clinics, and care units while upholding radiation safety standards.

The candidate will assess patient signs during procedures, adjust exposure factors as needed, and mentor new staff on department workflows and policies. Strong communication with patients and colleagues is essential.

Qualificações

• Proficiency in department exam protocols and procedures.
• Demonstrated proficiency with all imaging acquisition devices.
• Ability to select proper radiograph exposure factors and adjust to ensure quality images.
• Ability to prioritize patient workload and be flexible to meet patient needs.
• Demonstrated proficiency in radiographic positioning and procedures.

Responsabilidades

• Performs radiographic procedures and critiques radiographs for quality.
• Maintains radiation safety during imaging.
• Facilitates imaging support in operating rooms, patient care units and clinics.
• Assesses patient vital signs during procedures when indicated.
• Reports equipment malfunctions to service personnel.

Conhecimentos

Radiologic procedures

Imaging device operation

Patient communication

Exposure factor selection

Prioritizing patient workload

Radiographic positioning

Pediatric/adult imaging

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

Corporate Overview

The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Performs radiographic procedures and critiques radiograph to ensure high quality images.
• Applies the principles of radiation safety during the process of acquiring radiographic images.
• Facilitates and coordinates imaging support in the operating room, patient care units, and clinics.
• Assesses patient vital signs and conditions when indicated during procedures.
• Reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel and service entity.
• May assist in orienting, training, and mentoring new employees or students on department workflow, practices, policies, and procedures.
• Prepares, cleans, and stocks rooms with supplies and linens.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Proficiency in department exam protocols and procedures.
• Demonstrated proficiency with all imaging acquisition devices.
• Ability to perform all essential functions as listed above.
• Demonstrated effective and appropriate communication skills with patients, visitors, staff and providers.
• Ability to select proper radiograph exposure factors and make the appropriate changes when necessary to ensure quality images.
• Ability to prioritize patient workload and be flexible to meet the needs of the patients.
• Demonstrated proficiency in all radiographic positioning and procedures.
• Ability to obtain imaging on patients of varying ages and abilities.

Qualifications

Licenses Required

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of Utah.
• ARRT Registration as a Radiologic Technologist R.T. (R) (ARRT).

* Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

• This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients while providing medical care.

Physical Requirements

Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking