Rad Tech- PRN

Position General Summary

This position is an Essential position at the facility to ensure efficient operations and patient care. Employees hired into an Essential position are expected to report to work for their scheduled shifts regardless of the environmental weather and road conditions that may exist.

Position

Duties: and Responsibilities:

• The Radiology Technologist performs radiographic procedures at appropriate technical level.
• Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiology diagnosis.
• Applies principles of radiation protection and the ALARA principle and initiates life support measures when needed.
• Maintains a good rapport and professional relationship with fellow employees, medical staff and other departments.
• Maintains all supplies and supply ordering.
• Performs other diverse duties as requested or required.

Facility General Responsibilities

• Attend facility new hire orientation as scheduled by HR
• Complete Department Orientation Initial Competency within 7 days of hire date
• Complete Department Initial Skills Competency within 90 days of hire date
• Follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures
• Respect cultural and religious practices of patients from all backgrounds
• Follow HIPAA regulations at all times
• Be punctual and dependent for assigned shifts
• Dress within the dress code requirements of the facility
• Identifies all patients using at least two identifiers verbally (name and DOB), and by checking ID bracelet
• Follows Hospital Wide and Department Specific policies and procedures
• Must interact with physicians, guest, staff, and patients pleasantly, cooperatively, and effectively
• Must be able to pass drug screens, both pre-employment and throughout duration of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Good Communication skills with ability to communicate appropriately with all age groups