| GENERAL DUTIES:
Under the supervision of the Radiologist, the Radiologic Technologist shall provide radiographic services to patients. The technologist shall operate imaging equipment, develop film, prepare radiographic exam rooms, and maintain equipment & supplies. The technologist shall provide imaging service utilizing various modalities and in multiple environments including the Operating Suites, the Patient Room, the Emergency Department and in the Department of Radiology. The radiology technologist's performance and behavior shall be both reflective and supportive of the Mission Statement and Core Values of the hospital. Demographic information, limited Patient Health Information related to job function.
DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC DUTIES:
- Properly establish/confirm patient identity and verifies physician order. Obtains relevant patient history.
- Educate patient and explain procedure.
- Transfer patient to table and position patient for exam.
- Be proficient with all angiographic department equipment and systems. Assist physician as a scrub tech during procedures.
- Perform weekly fluoro checks.
- Transport patients.
- Continually display professional communication skills and behavior towards all patients, family members and staff members.
- Adhere to all department and hospital policies, including but not limited to; time and attendance, dress codes, KRONOS, universal precautions, documentation of credentials, and maintain current CEU�s.
- Other duties as requested by manager.
- Ordering and maintenance of supplies.
- Assist with clerical duties, i.e., charging, scheduling, answering telephones and coordinating exams with other departments.
Qualifications:
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
- Graduate of an accredited two year school of Radiologic Technology
- ARRT Registration
- State and fluoroscopy licensure
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills required to interact with patients, physicians, visitors, and other staff members.
- Current American Heart Association BLS Certification required (maintain current at all times).
Job: Imaging and Radiology Primary Location: Palm Springs, California Facility: Desert Regional Medical Center Job Type: Full-time Shift Type: Days
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant�s or employee�s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. |
