Radiology Technologist - Diagnostic Radiology

Position Summary

The Radiology Technologist performs diagnostic imaging procedures to assist licensed practitioners in treating patient medical conditions. The Radiology Technologist operates imaging equipment, ensuring patient safety and comfort while following Health First policies, regulatory protocols, and collaborating with healthcare teams to produce high‑quality radiographic images for accurate medical evaluation.

• Maintains a safe environment with the operation of diagnostic imaging equipment for patients and coworkers by adhering to diagnostic imaging policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Performs a variety of procedures which may include general radiographic, portable, emergency room, trauma, operating room, mammography and fluoroscopic exams including invasive procedures.
• Properly screens patients for diagnostic imaging exam and effectively documents and communicates pertinent information pre and post procedure performance.
• Positions patients for diagnostic imaging exam using immobilization and protective equipment to comply with department safety procedures and protocols.
• Produces images consistent with image quality standards and evaluates diagnostic imaging exams for technical quality.
• Properly identifies, prepares and administers medications within the Radiology Technologist’s scope of practice as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Monitors patients during exams, observing for any adverse reactions or complications, and taking appropriate action when necessary.
• Maintains flexibility, adapts to changes in workflow processes and the needs of the Health First organization based upon fluctuations in patient volume.
• Communicates effectively with patients, other Health First Associates, and the public, always using excellent customer relationship skills.
• Follows all Federal, State and Regional healthcare regulations and adheres to The Joint Commission/ACR standards.

• Education:
  
  Graduate of one of the following:
  Joint Review Committee approved Radiologic Technology program or school;
  Mammography – Maintains Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA).
• Work Experience:
  
  None.
• Licensure:
  General Radiographer licensure in the State of Florida.
• Certification:
  American Registry of Radiologic Technologist – ARRT (R).
• Certification:
  American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintained.
• Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
  Ability to report to applicable Health First facility within thirty (30) minutes when on call; able to work effectively and efficiently in a stressful work environment and respond to life‑threatening situations; demonstrates effective time management, critical thinking skills, and coordinates scheduling and patient flow.

• Work Experience:
  
  Prior Diagnostic Imaging experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

• Physically agile; requires walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing or crouching majority of the shift.
• Heavy work that frequently includes lifting or moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or without assistance.
• May require moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders or overhead.
• May lift, turn, pull, push or ambulate people and/or equipment up to 90% of the assigned shift.
• May be exposed to inside environments and outside environments with extreme temperatures, air contamination, dirt, grease, or water.
• May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC guidelines.
• May operate various types of manual and motorized equipment used in the transportation of materials.
• May be exposed to intense noise or vibration and awkward or confined work position.
• Communicates with others to exchange information.
• Visual acuity and hand‑eye coordination to perform tasks.
• Workspace may vary from open to confined, onsite or remote.
• May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle.