Radiology Technologist - Jewett Orthopedic Institute, Downtown Complex

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in orthopedic and sports medicine is seeking a dedicated Radiology Technologist to join their team. This role involves providing exceptional patient care while performing diagnostic imaging procedures, ensuring adherence to radiation safety principles, and maintaining high-quality standards. The position offers a unique opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility recognized for its positive workplace culture. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a leading healthcare provider, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program required.
• Valid Florida Radiologic Technologist licensure and ARRT certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic imaging procedures while ensuring patient care and safety.
• Assess and document patient conditions and maintain high-quality imaging standards.

Skills

Diagnostic Imaging

Patient Care

Radiation Safety Principles

Quality Control Standards

Patient Identification

Education

Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology

Job description

One of the region’s largest orthopedic and sports medicine providers, Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute’s world-class team of orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine physicians specialize in conditions and injuries of the spine, hand, upper extremities, foot, ankle and lower extremities, as well as joint replacement, concussions, interventional pain management, bone health and orthopedic trauma. The institute’s Downtown Complex brings the whole spectrum of orthopedic and spine care under one roof and includes an orthopedic specialty hospital featuring 75 private inpatient rooms, 10 advanced OR suites, and a research and innovation center with a bio skills lab and 3D printer. Institute physicians also lead a robust clinical research and education program. An adjacent medical pavilion houses a 63-exam-room outpatient clinic, imaging suite, physical therapy spaces and ambulatory surgery center. The institute also holds official medical roles with multiple athletic teams, sporting events and venues. In its first year of eligibility, the institute has been recognized for its positive workplace culture with Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work award.

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Position Summary

The Radiology Technologist provides quality patient care when performing diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention while adhering to radiation safety principles.

Schedule Summary: Pool/Per-Diem

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy and/or physiology for interpretation and/or intervention.
• Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care.
• Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
• Complies with all state and federal regulations applicable to each modality.
• Adheres to Orlando Health mission statements and strategic imperatives.
• Assesses the patient’s physical condition and age specific needs.
• Provides instructions that achieve patient cooperation and desired results.
• Performs proper patient identification, acquires patient’s clinical history, and assures that the information is accurately documented.
• Positions patient, equipment, associated devices and manipulates technical factors to achieve high quality images for interpretation.
• Assesses diagnostic images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring that all relative anatomy is demonstrated.
• Applies principles of radiation safety to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
• Comprehends and complies with Quality Control standards and participates in all Quality Control tasks.
• Demonstrates proficiency in contrast medication administration.

Qualifications

Education/Training

• Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology.

Licensure/Certification

• Valid Certified Radiologic Technologist licensure by the State of Florida.
• Valid American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification.
• Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.

Experience

• None.