Radiology Technologist

Company: Providence Health & Services
Location: Richland
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Description Apply Today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive a text message with some additional questions for you to answer from our Modern Hire system. Kadlec Clinic has an exciting opportunity for a Radiology Technologist to join our growing Tri-City Regional Surgery Center team located in Richland, WA! Shift Details: On Call, 0.0, Days Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: As a Radiology Technologist you will operate X-ray and related equipment systems. Performs Radiologic procedures. Delivers safe, high quality patient care. Adheres to KRMC policies and goals.

• Demonstrate and sustain compliance with Kadlec Caregiver Expectations Standard of Excellence and Code of Conduct.
• Reports to and works cooperatively with the Radiology Supervisor. Seeks advice and consent.
• Uses an AIDET approach during all patient encounters.
• Adheres to KRMC / Radiology department policies and protocols.
• Works occasional and reasonable shift variations including holiday assignments.
• Is a responsible steward of equipment. Maintains a clean / orderly EOC.
• Performs Radiology procedures as determined by department protocols.
• Prepares exam rooms, equipment, materials and staff according to protocol.
• Validates physician orders, confirms patient ID, reconciles order, confirms site/side, screens for pregnancy, assesses patient and conducts proper hand-offs.
• Adjusts procedure according to need. Assumes responsibility for the patient's well being.
• Practices radiation safety, aseptic technique and infection control.
• Assists and operates under the direction of the attending Radiologist.
• Works cooperatively with co-workers, physicians and other staff to achieve clinical objectives.
• Produces quality Radiographs consistent with department standards.
• Completes procedural forms / documentation, electronic medical record exercises.
• Participates in unit and house-wide quality improvement activities in order to improve patient care and comply with regulatory groups such as Leapfrog and Core Measures.
• Assumes special duties or dedicated roles within the realm of Radiology operations.
• Supports the goals of the Student Program. Acts as an effective Student Mentor.
• Respects patient confidentiality.
• Reports patient complaints, equipment failures and unethical practices. Minimum Requirements:
  • Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology.
  • Registry eligible with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and licensed in Radiology (R) within 3 months of hire date.
  • Current WA State RT Certification required; WA State Certification noting Diagnostic Authorization Date required.
  • If licensed as an X-Ray Technician, must be currently eligible for the Radiologic Technologist license and must have license within 3 months of hire date.
  • Requires current Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card. Preferred Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's Degree in Medical Imaging or Radiologic Science
    • 1 year of experience in Radiology as an ARRT registered technologist. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: As a Radiology Technologist you will operate X-ray and related equipment systems. Performs Radiologic procedures. Delivers safe, high quality patient care. Adheres to KRMC policies and goals.
      • Demonstrate and sustain compliance with Kadlec Caregiver Expectations Standard of Excellence and Code of Conduct.
      • Reports to and works cooperatively with the Radiology Supervisor. Seeks advice and consent.
      • Uses an AIDET approach during all patient encounters.
      • Adheres to KRMC / Radiology department policies and protocols.
      • Works occasional and reasonable shift variations including holiday assignments.
      • Is a responsible steward of equipment. Maintains a clean / orderly EOC.
      • Performs Radiology procedures as determined by department protocols.
      • Prepares exam rooms, equipment, materials and staff according to protocol.
      • Validates physician orders, confirms patient ID, reconciles order, confirms site/side, screens for pregnancy, assesses patient and conducts proper hand-offs.
      • Adjusts procedure according to need. Assumes responsibility for the patient's well being.
      • Practices radiation safety, aseptic technique and infection control.
      • Assists and operates under the direction of the attending Radiologist.
      • Works cooperatively with co-workers, physicians and other staff to achieve clinical objectives.
      • Produces quality Radiographs consistent with department standards.
      • Completes procedural forms / documentation, electronic medical record exercises.
      • Participates in unit and house-wide quality improvement activities in order to improve patient care and comply with regulatory groups such as Leapfrog and Core Measures.
      • Assumes special duties or dedicated roles within the realm of Radiology operations.
      • Supports the goals of the Student Program. Acts as an effective Student Mentor.
      • Respects patient confidentiality.
      • Reports patient complaints, equipment failures and unethical practices. About Providence At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable. Requsition ID: P354619 Company: Kadlec Jobs Job Category: Diagnostic Imaging Job Function: Clinical Care Schedule: Per-Diem Shift: Day Career Track: Clinical Professional Department: 3010 TRI CITY REGIONAL SURG CTR Address: WA Richland 1096 Goethals Dr Kadlec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Providence does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

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