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Radiology Technologist - Miramar Urgent Care Ctr. (Full Time, Evenings)

Nicklaus Children's Hospital

#BLS #Patient Care #Urgent Care #Diagnostic Imaging #ARRT #Radiation Safety #PACS #CPI #Evening Shift

Quick overview

The technologist uses medical imaging equipment to produce diagnostic quality radiographs while strictly adhering to radiation safety policies and federal regulations. Key duties include positioning patients, operating portable and stationary x-ray equipment, and communicating findings promptly for image review.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a general x-ray license from the State of Florida and maintain an active American Heart Association BLS certification. Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) is required, and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training must be completed within 180 days of hire.

professional certificateTeamworkCommunicationProblem SolvingPatient ComfortCrisis InterventionPatient SafetyPatient PositioningEquipment TroubleshootingRadiographyIonizing Radiation SafetyX-ray Equipment OperationPACS Data Entry

Job description

Job Summary Utilizes medical imaging equipment to produce diagnostic quality radiographs through the use of ionizing radiation.
Responsible for following all departmental Radiation Safety and ALARA policies as well as state and federal regulations to ensure low-dose imaging is an integral part of practice.
Operates portable and stationary x-ray equipment and prepares examination rooms, equipment, supplies, and medications.
Provides for patient comfort and safety during examinations.
Job Specific Duties Adjusts equipment, determines proper technique and arranges immobilization and support devices to obtain correct patient position.
Communicates effectively with hospital employees, physicians, and patients.
Follows hospital patient-identification policy prior to performing examination.
Immediately upon completion of examination, verbally communicates with supervisor to ensure prompt review of images.
Observes radiation safety practices at all times.
Performs appropriate radiologic examinations as ordered.
Prepares patient for examination: explains procedures, transfers patient to table, positions patients and assists patient at end of procedure.
Prepares room, equipment, and materials as needed for patients.
Produces high-quality radiographs and repeats views as necessary.
Promptly upon completion of examination, enters and transmits patient information into PACS.
Reports any equipment problems/malfunctions to appropriate person.
Provides continuous supervision, observation of behavioral health patients, and adheres to non-violent crisis intervention strategies (CPI).

Minimum Job Requirements General x-ray license from the State of Florida – maintain active and in good standing throughout employment American Heart Association BLS maintain active and in good standing throughout employment CPI - Crisis Prevention Institute required within 180 days of hire or transfer into the position - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist in RT (ARRT) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Graduate of AMA Accredited School of Radiology Technology preferred.
Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families, and co-workers.

Radiology Technologist - Miramar Urgent Care Ctr. (Full Time, Evenings)

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