Radiology Technologist AdvanceHi-Desert Medical Center • Yucca Valley, California, United States
Radiology Technologist Advance
Hi-Desert Medical Center
- Yucca Valley, California, United States
- Yucca Valley, California, United States
Über
•A 59-bed acute primary care facility offering you and your family first-rate health care close to home
•A wide range of quality inpatient and outpatient diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitation services, home health and hospice services, and a variety of community outreach programs
•A dedicated team of quality, caring, health care professionals
Summary
Under the supervision of the Radiologist and Department Management Team, the Radiology Technologist -Advanced (Tech) shall provide radiographic imaging services to patients by performing general diagnostic radiological procedures and general fluoroscopic procedures as required of the position of Tech. Additionally, the Tech will perform DEXA scans based on department needs. The Tech shall operate imaging equipment and image processing equipment, prepare radiographic exam rooms, and maintain department equipment and supplies. The Tech shall provide medical imaging services utilizing various modalities including Radiology, Computer Tomography, and/or Magnetic Resonance Imaging; while maintaining competencies in these assigned areas. The Tech will provide care appropriate to the condition and age of the patient. Additionally, the Tech will provide services for inpatients, outpatients; hospital operating suites, the emergency department (ED), and the continuing care center (CCC).
Maintains quality assurance and performance improvement activities within the department as directed. Complies with all Joint Commission, federal, state and local regulatory laws, standards and protocols. Requires excellent customer service skills. Primary Duties
- Assumes responsibility for the care and safety of patients undergoing medical imaging studies and continually monitors patients for safety and comfort while respecting patient privacy.
- Properly confirms the patient's identity, verifies physician orders, and obtains relevant patient history.
- Responsible for safe handling of equipment.
- Educates and explains procedures to patients to prepare patients for medical imaging procedures.
- Selects appropriate equipment to use based on modality. Selects the proper imaging techniques, positioning, and radiation safety practices to keep exposures ALARA.
- Determines most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly.
- Able to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
- Ability to assess and interact effectively with all age groups from the Neonate to the geriatric patient.
- Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
- Completes all necessary PACS functions to assure timely presentation of images to radiologists.
- Assists in maintaining basic records, reports, and files.
- Assists in training of students and ancillary personnel.
- Takes standby call at least once a week on a rotational basis scheduled by department needs.
- Interacts professionally with patient/family.
- Completes all tasks in a timely fashion.
- Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including newborn, pediatric, geriatric and general population.
- Meets dress code standards; appearance is neat and clean.
- Completes annual educational requirements.
- Maintains regulatory requirements.
- Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
- Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work within designated time.
- Consistently completes and maintains assigned duties; maintains PAR levels.
- Wears identification while on duty; uses computerized punch time system correctly.
- Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled.
- Attends staff meetings, reads all monthly staff meeting minutes, and is responsible for understanding information presented during staff meetings.
- Maintains hospital requirements, policies and standards on confidentiality.
- Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
- Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities as directed.
- Complies with all organizational policies.
- Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital and the Medical Imaging Department.
- Exhibits clinical competence, initiative, and professionalism at all times while constantly demonstrating proficiency and knowledge of assigned modalities.
- Uses imaging equipment in an appropriate and safe manner while following department protocols and monitoring their exams for the highest quality images.
- Proficient with all department equipment and systems including the RIS, EHR, and PACS and documents all relevant information appropriately into each system as required.
- Makes efficient use of down time to prevent bottlenecks in workflow (example: assists other modalities with transportation of patients when appropriate and necessary).
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Department Management Team.
We are a community built on care. Our caregivers and supporting staff extend compassion to those in need, helping to improve the health and well-being of those we serve, and provide comfort and healing. Your community is our community. Our Story
We started out as a small operation in California. In May 1969, we acquired four hospitals, some additional care facilities and real estate for the future development of hospitals. Over the years, we've grown tremendously in size, scope and capability, building a home in new markets over time, and curating those homes to provide a compassionate environment for those entrusting us with their care. We have a rich history at Tenet. There are so many stories of compassionate care; so many "firsts" in terms of medical innovation; so many examples of enhancing healthcare delivery and shaping a business that is truly centered around patients and community need. Tenet and our predecessors have enabled us to touch many different elements of healthcare and make a difference in the lives of others. Our Impact Today
Today, we are leading health system and services platform that continues to evolve in lockstep with community need. Tenet's operations include three businesses - our hospitals and physicians, USPI and Conifer Health Solutions. Our impact spreads far and deep with 65 hospitals and approximately 510 outpatient centers and additional sites of care. We are differentiated by our top notch medical specialists and service lines that are tailored within each community we serve. The work Conifer is doing will help provide the foundation for better health for clients across the country, through the delivery of healthcare-focused revenue cycle management and value-based care solutions. Together as an enterprise, we work to save lives and can accept nothing less than excellence from ourselves in service of our patients and their families, every day. Careers at Tenet
At Tenet Healthcare, the heart of what we do centers on caring with compassion, which ultimately creates a bond between our caregivers and patients. Everyone contributes to these moments, whether providing care directly or supporting those who do. As an organization, we provide employees with resources, tools and support to serve our patients and customers in the best way possible. We also take care of one another, helping team members further develop their career pathways and maximize their potential. Required Minimum Education/Certification/Experience:
- Graduate from an approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained.
- Must have current CA - CRT certification; Certified by the State of California.
- Must have current CA - Fluoroscopy license; Certified by the State of California.
- Certified by the ARRT and must have a current ARRT R.T. (R) certification. Experience performing CT and/or MRI exams.
- Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
- Minimum of three (3) continuous years experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
- Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Basic computer knowledge.
- Competent skills to perform DEXA Scans.
- Three or more years of continuous CT and/or MRI experience
- ARRT certification in CT and/or MRI
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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