Radiologic Technologist RT - Northeast Georgia Physicians Group NGPG - Orthopedics - FT Days

Northeast Georgia Health System; Dacula (GA); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking an Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic procedures and ensure imaging quality across DR and PACS systems. The role emphasizes patient interaction, safety, and accurate documentation within EMR.

The successful candidate will work in a team environment, educate students and new staff, and uphold radiology safety standards in line with state and federal guidelines.

Qualifikationen

• Graduate of accredited ARRT program.
• Current BLS certification or within 30 days of hire.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to perform quality radiographic procedures.
• Ability to work independently and with others.

Aufgaben

• Follow radiation safety practices and dosimeter monitoring.
• Position patients and select proper technical factors to obtain quality images.
• Explain x-ray exams to patients and answer questions.
• Operate CR/DR equipment and PACS.
• Review orders in EMR and PACS for dictation.
• Serve as liaison between ordering providers and radiologists.
• Preceptor to radiology students and new staff.

Kenntnisse

Radiographic procedures

Patient interaction

Independent work

PACS knowledge

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of ARRT program

Tools

PACS

CR/DR equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Job Category:Allied HealthWork Shift/Schedule:8 Hr Morning - AfternoonNortheast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.About the Role:Job SummaryResponsible for performing radiographic procedures in a timely manner. Reviews all films for technical quality and positioning.Minimum Job QualificationsLicensure or other certifications: Graduate of accredited ARRT Program. Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GEDMinimum Experience:Other:Preferred Job QualificationsPreferred Licensure or other certifications:Preferred Educational Requirements:Preferred Experience: Minimum of two (2) years.Other:Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to perform quality radiographic proceduresAbility to work independently and effectively with othersBasic computer skillsEssential Tasks and ResponsibilitiesFollows good radiation safety practices; i.e. coning, shielding, quarterly dosimeter monitoring, according to state and federal guidelines.Positions patients, provides immobilizations devices and selects proper technical factors on patients to obtain quality imaging. Explains x-ray exam/procedure to patients and answers any questions. Uses radiopaque anatomical side markers with technologist identifier on every image performed.Operates highly specialized equipment, including radiographic CR (computed Radiography), DR (Digital Radiography), and PACS (Picture Archive Communication System).Ensures that imaging equipment is in good working condition and reports equipment malfunctions and maintenance such as calibrations, care, and cleaning. Know and practice downtime procedures. This includes maintenance and testing of shields, display monitors, tube, detector and calibration for all.Reviews patient orders and completes exam/procedure in EMR and PACS system for successful dictation.Provides patient imaging on a CD when requested; ensuring necessary paperwork is completed. Imports CDs into the PACS system when requested.Serves as a liaison between Ordering Providers and Radiologists and assists Providers with Radiology related questions.Orders x-ray supplies and maintains PPE by performing bi-annual lead apron checks.Complies with network drills, CPR requirements, license renewal, CEUs and other network or health system requirements.Serves as preceptor to radiology students and new radiology staff members.Recognize and notify appropriate personnel of adverse events or incidents (i.e. falls, vasovagal, wrong patient imaged, wrong laterality, etc.)Complies will annual skills competencies.Physical DemandsWeight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of timeWeight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of timeVision: Moderate, Occasionally 0-30% of timeKneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65%Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65%Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally 0-30%Intensity of Work: Occasionally 0-30%Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, KeyboardingWorking at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.NGHS: Opportunities start here.Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.