Urgent Care Radiographer

SHIFT:

Rotating (United States of America)

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Under the direction of the Specialty/Urgent Care and Radiology Managers performs a variety of diagnostic procedures at a technical level not requiring supervision of technical detail.

• 20 hours weekly
• 2-3 weekday shifts per biweekly pay period
• Every third weekend coverage
• Weekday shift: 1:30 pm - 10:00 pm
• Weekend shift: 9:30 am - 10:00 pm

• Performs all general diagnostic techniques and examinations according to the protocols determined by the Radiologist.
  • Maintains constant attention to patients assigned to the technologist for examination 100% of the time.
  • Produces optimal radiographs for the purpose of diagnostic interpretation 100% of the time.
  • Selects proper technical factors, restraining devices and operates diagnostic equipment (c-arm, portable, R&F, and general) as directed 100% of the time.
  • Completes exams within specified productivity standards 100% of the time.
  • Identifies, develops, and digitizes patient films.
  • Maintain records of exams.
  • Digitizes all radiographs performed in the E.D. department 100% of the time within 5 minutes of exam completion.
  • Responsible for proper identification on film including patient identification and patient demographics 100% of the time.
  • Develops film by automatic processing 100% of the time.
  • Provides protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards to ensure the well‑being of patients, hospital personnel, general public and self while performing any duties 100% of the time.
  • Maintains appropriate records of examinations 100% of the time.
  • Maintains the integrity and efficiency of the Radiology Information System 100% of the time.
  • Conducts self in a professional manner.
  • Subjects to on‑call status including weekends and holidays.
  • Other shifts as assigned
  • Refers to the Lead Technologist any unresolved problems relating to staffing, morale, work methods, discipline and other activities 100% of the time.
  • Promotes professionalism, continuing education and staff development 100% of the time.
  • Participates in the formal in‑service program provided for Radiology Complex.
  • All other duties as assigned

• Radiography
  - American Registry for Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) - within 12 months
  - Required and
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - issued through an organization that requires a hands‑on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross).
  
  - within 12 months
  - Required

• High School Diploma / GED Required
• Technical Diploma Radiology Program Required

• Pediatric Experience Preferred

• Basic knowledge of all forms of diagnostic imaging (Required proficiency)
• Basic knowledge of film processing equipment (Required proficiency)
• Basic knowledge of PACS systems (Required proficiency)
• Basic knowledge of Radiology Information Systems (Required proficiency)
• Basic knowledge of CR…