Radiology Tech. - Palmetto Bay UCC (Full Time, Days)

Nicklaus Children's; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami Children’s Hospital is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic radiographs using portable and stationary x-ray equipment. You will ensure patient safety, adhere to ALARA and regulatory standards, prepare rooms and supplies, and transmit images into PACS after examinations.

The role requires Florida licensure, BLS, ARRT certification, and CPI training within 180 days, with strong communication and teamwork skills to support diverse patient populations.

Qualifications

• Florida x-ray license active and in good standing.
• BLS certification active.
• CPI training within 180 days of hire.
• ARRT certification in Radiography (RT).
• Graduate of AMA-accredited Radiology Technology program (preferred).
• Excellent English communication; teamwork and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Adjusts equipment and validates technique to position patient correctly.
• Communicates with hospital staff, physicians, and patients.
• Follows patient-identification policy before examinations.
• Verbal communication with supervisor after exams for prompt review of images.
• Observes radiation safety and ALARA practices at all times.
• Performs radiologic examinations as ordered.
• Prepares patient for examination and assists during procedures.
• Maintains clean and ready rooms, equipment, and supplies.
• Produces high-quality radiographs and repeats as needed.
• Records and transmits patient information to PACS after exams.
• Reports equipment problems to the appropriate personnel.
• Supervises and observes behavioral health patients per CPI guidelines.

Skills

English communication

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Stress management

Education

AMA Accredited Radiology Technology program

Tools

PACS

Job description

Job Description

Description

Job Summary

Utilizes medical imaging equipment to produce diagnostic quality radiographs through the use of ionizing radiation. Responsible for following all departmental Radiation Safety and ALARA policies as well as state and federal regulations to ensure low-dose imaging is an integral part of practice. Operates portable and stationary x-ray equipment and prepares examination rooms, equipment, supplies, and medications. Provides for patient comfort and safety during examinations.

Job Specific Duties

• Adjusts equipment, determines proper technique and arranges immobilization and support devices to obtain correct patient position.
  
• Communicates effectively with hospital employees, physicians, and patients.
  
• Follows hospital patient-identification policy prior to performing examination.
  
• Immediately upon completion of examination, verbally communicates with supervisor to ensure prompt review of images.
  
• Observes radiation safety practices at all times.
  
• Performs appropriate radiologic examinations as ordered.
  
• Prepares patient for examination: explains procedures, transfers patient to table, positions patients and assists patient at end of procedure.
  
• Prepares room, equipment, and materials as needed for patients.
  
• Produces high-quality radiographs and repeats views as necessary.
  
• Promptly upon completion of examination, enters and transmits patient information into PACS.
  
• Reports any equipment problems/malfunctions to appropriate person.
  
• Provides continuous supervision, observation of behavioral health patients, and adheres to non-violent crisis intervention strategies (CPI).

Qualifications

• General x-ray license from the State of Florida – maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
  
• American Heart Association BLS maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
  
• CPI - Crisis Prevention Institute required within 180 days of hire or transfer into the position - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist in RT (ARRT)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Graduate of AMA Accredited School of Radiology Technology preferred.
  
• Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families, and co-workers.
  
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
  
• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
  
• Ability to problem solve and adapt standard clinical procedures to the individual client's need.
  
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and react calmly under stressful conditions.