Radiology Technologist-OutPatient

Renown Health; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Renown Health in Sparks, NV seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic radiographic and fluoroscopic exams with a focus on patient safety and image quality. You will verify physician orders, prepare patients, and assist in maintaining equipment and records in a fast-paced radiology department.

Required ARRT certification, Nevada radiography license, and BLS within 60 days. Experience preferred; strong English communication and proficiency in Microsoft Office welcomed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or AMA approved hospital program required.
• Minimum one year clinical experience preferred.
• ARRT certification required upon hire; Nevada license required.
• BLS certification within 60 days of hire.

Skills

English proficiency

Patient care

Clinical imaging procedures

Education

Associate degree in Radiologic Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Purpose:

This position produces optimal diagnostic images while providing excellent patient care. The incumbent is accountable for individualized patient care while in the Radiology Department.

Nature and Scope:

The incumbent must provide optimal patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of neonatal, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients and families. The incumbent must also demonstrate the ability to work with the physical, motor/sensory adaptation, cognitive, and psychosocial needs specific to the population being served and meet standards of quality as measured by the Unit/Department age specific competency standards.The incumbent must competently operate imaging equipment and related machinery, verify and execute physicians' orders for diagnostic and therapeutic exams while ensuring the proper preparation for such exams and the safety and well-being of patients during procedures. Other duties include, but are not limited to, medication documentation/charges, supplies stocking, file maintenance, medical charting, informed consent documentation, quality improvement studies, patient history/symptoms acquisition. Determines the best method of obtaining optimal examinations while ensuring patient safety; regulates patient flow, consults with Radiologists to determine contrast media and makes necessary corrections to improve image quality.May be required to assist other modalities within the department or Renown Health System. The incumbent is required to perform diagnostic radiographic and/or fluoroscopic radiographic procedures of the human body utilizing radiographic principles according to the guidelines recommended by Merrill's/Bontrager's Anatomy and Positioning reference manual and Renown's Radiation Protection Policy and Procedure manual.This position does provide patient care

Minimum Qualifications:

Requirements - Required and/or Preferred

• Education: Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform job duties safely and effectively. Preference will be given to applicants with an Associate degree in Radiologic Technology or completion of AMA approved hospital-based program.
• Experience: Minimum one-year clinical experience in the respective department preferred
• License(s): Requires American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) upon hire. State of Nevada license for Medical Radiography upon hire.
• Certification(s): BLS certification by American Heart Association (AHA) within 60 days of hire.
• Computer / Typing: Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.

Disclaimer:

The foregoing description is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.