Radiology Tech Acute Care

Position Summary:
The Acute Care Radiology Technologist provides health care services, X-Rays to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Performs X-Ray procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner.

Minimum Qualifications:
Required

• Graduate of Committee of Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA) accredited Radiology program or equivalent.
• Montana Licensure (Radiology Technologist)
• American registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT), R) R.T.(R)
• American Heart Association BLS within three months of hire
• One (1) year of previous radiology experience, may include clinical internship experience
• Demonstrate competency in advanced imaging techniques including fluoroscopic/C-Arm in the OR, Trauma and portable radiography within 6-months including services to NICU, CCU and ED

Preferred
Essential Job Functions:
In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.

• Performs radiographic exams as requested by all healthcare providers
• Performs fluoroscopic diagnostic and therapeutic procedures alongside radiology provider
• Performs US guided paracentesis, thoracentesis, and arthrocentesis alongside radiology providers
• Performs patient education for patient prep and post care of radiology procedures
• Assists radiology nursing with fluoroscopically guided PICC placements
• Performs c-arm fluoroscopy exams in the OR as requested by surgeons
• Completes documentation required for proper interpretation, reporting, archiving, and retrieval of exams
• Performs ancillary duties required to maintain proper distribution, billing, and archival of exams and procedures
• Retrieves written orders and related health information
• Participates in the implementation, monitoring, and improvement of the hospital quality indicators
• Educates radiography students, new hires, and radiology techs on relevant diagnostic and operative guidance exams
• Education requirements per DNV programs.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Demonstrates sound judgment, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times
• Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity, and maintains confidentiality
• Performs essential job functions successfully in a busy and stressful environment
• Learns current and new computer applications and office equipment utilized at Bozeman Health
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Analyzes, organizes, and prioritizes work while meeting multiple deadlines
• Works varied shifts as scheduled and/or needed

Physical Requirements

• Lifting, Pushing, and Pulling: Support 50 pounds of weight (patient, assist with bedside needs, etc.) Lift 50 pounds (pick up a child,