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Position Summary
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.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- 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 ensures 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 relevant anatomy is demonstrated.
- Applies principles of radiation safety to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
- Complies with Quality Control standards and participates in all related tasks.
- Demonstrates proficiency in contrast medication administration and manages adverse reactions or emergencies.
- Uses standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination.
- Assists in supervision and training of student and new technologists.
- Utilizes all radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.
- Ensures safety of all customers and maintains punctual attendance per policies and regulations.
- Maintains compliance with all relevant policies, guidelines, and educational requirements.
Other Related Functions
- Maintains cleanliness and organization of work area and equipment.
- Provides patient transport as needed.
Qualifications
Education/Training
Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
Licensure/Certification
- Valid Certified Radiologic Technologist licensure by the State of Florida.
- Valid ARRT certification.
- Current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
Experience
None required.
Additional Details
- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Healthcare Provider
- Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare