Radiology Technologist - Pool - Horizon West/Reunion

Job description

Position Summary
The Radiology Technologist performs diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention.
Location : Horizon West and Reunion ED Standalone
Shift: Pool / Varies Shift
Essential Functions
• Performs diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention.
• Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care.
• Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
• Complies with all state and federal regulations applicable to each modality.
• Adheres to policy, procedures, protocols and mission statements.
• Assess the patient physical condition, age and specific needs.
• Provides instructions that achieve patient cooperation and desired results.
• Acquires patient’s clinical history and assures that the information is accurately documented.
• Positions patient, equipment, associated devices and manipulates technical factors to achieve high quality images for interpretation.
• Assesses processed radiographs for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring that all relative anatomy is demonstrated.
• Applies principles of radiation safety to minimize exposure to patient, self and others.
• Comprehends and complies with Quality Control standards and participates in all Quality control tasks.
• Demonstrates proficiency in contrast medication injection.
• Administers medical aid as required in cases of adverse reactions to contrast medication and/or other emergencies.
• Applies sterile techniques to prevent cross-contamination of contagious diseases.
• Assists in supervision of student technologists.
• Utilizes Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.
• Ensures safety of patients.
• Maintains reasonable regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.
• Maintains well stocked and organized work areas.
• May be required to work at any facility.
• Provides patient transport.

Qualifications
Education/Training
Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
Licensure/Certification
• Valid Certified Radiologic Technologist licensure by the State of Florida and
• Valid American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification and
• Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification