Radiology Technologist

MedStar Health; Leonardtown (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

MedStar Health at St. Mary’s Hospital in Maryland seeks a Radiology Technologist for a PRN position. You will operate radiological equipment to produce diagnostic x-ray images and perform routine procedures under physician direction, upholding safety and patient comfort.

The role requires formal training in radiologic technology, ARRT registry, active BLS, and Maryland licensure. Prior experience is preferred; ABQAURP certification is a plus and you will work within RIS/PACS/EMR systems.

Qualifications

• Completed formal training in an accredited School of Radiologic Technology.
• Active ARRT Registry and Maryland state licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Follows imaging standards to perform high-quality radiographs as ordered by physicians.
• Identifies patients with two identifiers; maintains HIPAA compliance.
• Completes exams in RIS/PACS and maintains documentation in EMR.
• Maintains equipment and facilities, adhering to infection control policies.
• Performs duties independently with minimal supervision and shows patient-centred care.

Skills

ARRT Registry

Basic Life Support

Detail-oriented patient care

Education

Accredited School of Radiologic Technology

Maryland state licensure

Tools

RIS

PACS

EMR

Job description

About this Job:

MedStar Health is looking fora

Radiology Technologist

tojoinourteamatSt. Mary’s Hospital!

This is a PRN position.

As a Radiology Technologist, you willoperateradiological equipment to make clinical diagnostic x-rayfilms asdirected by physicians andperformroutine diagnostic procedures according to established standards and practices. Responsibility is assumed for designated areas or procedures asrequired. Operates radiological equipment to produce clinical diagnostic x-ray images as directed by physicians and performs routine diagnostic procedures according to established standards and practices.Providesthe utmost attention to theindividualmedical needs,dignityand comfort of all patients, andthereinsupports theobjectivesof the hospital.Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro re gion, also recognized as one of the ‘Healthiest Maryland Businesses‘. Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!

Primary Duties:

Follows departmental imaging standards by performing high quality imaging of the selected anatomic areas as requested by the ordering physician in a safe and effective manner, including properly labeling images, explaining the exam topatients,and obtaining pertinent clinical information by the Radiologists,history,and consent for procedure.

Properlyidentifiespatients with two patient identifiers. (Name & DOB) Maintains HIPPA compliance.Possesses anddemonstratesadequate knowledge to provide Radiological services withtechniquesappropriate topediatric, adolescent,adult,and geriatric patients. In compliance with all radiation safety policies and procedures.

Performs examination completion in RIS and PACS ensuring all images are processed, archived, and available to the Radiologist for interpretation andmaintainsdepartment document standards within all electronic systems (RIS, PACS,EMR (Electronic Medical Record)).Responsible for maintenance and care of departmental facilities in compliance with all hospital infection control policies. All treatment rooms/areas are cleaned and stocked.

Performs routine duties in an independent manner with minimal direct supervision and knows when to refer problems to Lead or Director.Providesthe utmost attention to theindividualmedical needs,dignity,and comfort of all patients in support of the established mission and values.

Maintains anddemonstratesthorough understanding and clinical competency for all exams and equipment, to include preparing and administering contrast agents to patients as directed and authorized by the Radiologists.

Qualifications:

Satisfactorily completed formal training in an accredited School of Radiologic Technology.

Active ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) Registry.

Basic Life Support (BLS).

1-2years‘experienceas a radiologic technologistpreferred.

ABQAURP - AB Quality & Utilization Review Physicians certificationfromthe Maryland Board of Physician Quality Assurance.

Active Maryland state licensure.

This position has a hiring range of : USD $32.71 - USD $53.49 /Hr.