Radiology Technologist PRN Shifts Vary

Baptist Health; Alabaster (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Radiologic Technologist to provide exceptional patient care through diagnostic imaging. This role involves performing imaging procedures while ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards. You'll be part of a team that values compassion and excellence in healthcare, working in a supportive environment that fosters professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care and have the required certifications, this opportunity could be your next career move.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Valid ARRT certification and BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic imaging procedures for patient care.
• Ensure radiation safety and quality control standards are met.
• Assist in training new technologists.

Skills

Diagnostic Imaging

Patient Care

Radiation Safety

Technical Proficiency

BLS Certification

Education

Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology

Tools

Radiology Computer Systems

Job description

Position Summary

Baptist Health Shelby Hospital:

Since our beginning in 1959 with just 35 beds, Baptist Health Shelby Hospital has been delivering quality and compassionate care to our neighbors in the Alabaster community. Today, we are a 252-bed facility accredited by The Joint Commission. Our high-quality care combined with our full range of healthcare services and treatments means you can receive the care you need close to home. Baptist Health Shelby Hospital is a recognized leader in heart attack, heart failure and stroke, including Primary Stroke Center certification from The Joint Commission and Get With the Guidelines Gold Plus Achievement in Stroke from the American Heart Association. In addition to advanced cardiovascular services, our wide scope of care includes bariatrics; diagnostic imaging; emergency room care; gynecology; oncology; orthopedics; physical therapy; a sleep disorder center; surgical care, including minimally invasive robotic surgery; urology; and wound care.

Position Summary:

Provides quality patient care when performing diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretationand/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/orintervention.

• 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 isdemonstrated.

• 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.

• Administers medical aid as required in cases of adverse reactions to contrast medication and/or other emergencies.

• Applies appropriate standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination of contagious diseases.

• Assists in supervision of student technologists and training of new technologists.

• Utilizes all Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.

• Ensures safety of all customers.

• Maintains reasonable regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal,

state, and local standards.

• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.

Other Related Functions

• Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.

• Maintains well stocked and organized work areas.

• Provides patient transport.

Qualifications

Education/Training

• Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology.

Licensure/Certification

• Valid Certified Radiologic Technologist licensure by the State of Alabama if required by the State and

• Valid American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification and

• Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification