Radiology Tech PRN in Mayfield, KY at Jackson Purchase Medical Center
Posted on: 5 Mar 2021
Mayfield, KY
Job Description
Job Description
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
The Radiology Technologist will be responsible for the performance of radiological procedures as required by staff physicians under the direction of the Radiologist.
* Observes professional ethics in maintaining confidential information concerning the financial, personal, medical or employment status of patients/families at JPMC.
* Must follow and enforce accepted safety practices for patients and hospital.
* Must report safety hazards and initiate appropriate action.
* Must participate in safety instructional programs.
* Correctly performs assigned diagnostic radiology procedures and follows protocol.
* Correlates the patients history and makes available to the Radiologist.
* Minimizes radiation exposure to the patient, self and others.
* Monitors equipment and reports malfunctions to Lead Radiology Technologist or Radiology Director.
* Transports the patient and ensures that the patient is protected from injuries.
* Assesses the patient and reports any change to manager and/or physician.
* Maintains order and cleanliness of work area.
* Correctly identifies and labels all images.
* Performs all necessary front desk operations.
* Demonstrates concern for patient safety, comfort and privacy by explaining all exam procedures, checking the patient ID band, double IDs patients and obtaining a patient history regarding allergies, pregnancy, and proper consent, when pertinent.
* Schedules procedures in a manner that promotes patient flow within the department.
* Takes call as assigned.
* Performs exam, monitors image quality, and delivers exams to Radiologist.
* Assists Radiology Director with department PI and Quality Control.
Job Requirements
Must be a graduate of an AMA approved radiology program with previous experience and the knowledge and ability to perform radiology procedures. Must be ARRT, Kentucky State Licensed/Certified/Registered, and CPR/BLS certified.
Required skills include; organizational, customer relations, grammar/spelling, typing, the ability to read, write, speak, and understand English, the ability to follow written and oral direction, and computer training.
LifePoint Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
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