Radiologic Technologist – Canton – Potsdam Hospital Position Available In Penobscot, Maine

Job Description:

Job Title:

Radiology Tech Department:

Imaging Location:

Canton•

Potsdam Hospital Hours Per Week:

part time, 22.5 weekly scheduledhours

Schedule:

7.5 hour variable shift, on call responsibility

SUMMARY:

Performs high quality Radiographic exams as directed bythe Radiologist. Assists in the daily routines of the ImagingDepartment. Responsible for performing any procedures that are partof General Radiology, including special procedures, OR cases,portable exams, etc. This is in accordance with approvedtechniques, policies and regulatory standards as established byregulatory agencies, standards and policies set forth by theorganization. Adheres to the professional standards of the NYSDepartment of Health, the American Registry of RadiologicTechnologist.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs direct patient care: Applies knowledge of anatomy,positioning and radiographic techniques for each exam. Determinesexposure factors to achieve optimum radiographic techniques withminimum radiation exposure. Follows the ALARA principle inincorporating collimation and shielding in accordance with policyand procedures. Performs any special procedures as part of DIservices, prepares contrast media for exams as needed. GreetsPatients/family in professional manner and can adequately listenand take care of patient concerns or refer concerns as needed.

Utilizes two patient identifiers per policy, verifies Providerorder accuracy, educates patients pre/during and post procedure.

Ensures that patients are properly dressed and prepped for allexams. Maintains Equipment, supplies, cleanliness and

Safety:

FollowsCPH Infection control P&P with regards to Isolation, universalprecautions, cleansing of equipment. Maintains an adequate amountof supplies within exam rooms as needed for schedule. Performsdaily QA/QC on equipment as required per manufacturer and/orNYS-reports any mechanical issues or system errors to BiomedDepartment. Wears radiation film badge per guidelines and turns ineach month for monitoring. Provides assistance to Peers andPatients in transporting, transferring, and standing of patients,following safe handling guidelines.

Universal Criteria:

Improvement commitments, (Listens/attendsmonthly staff meetings and modality meetings, suggests ways toimprove quality, productivity, demonstrates responsibility forongoing personal development and growth through continuingeducation. Plans and uses time appropriately, by performing dutiesin a self-directed manner with minimal supervision, able tocomplete routine and urgent exams within departmental time frames.

Follows standards of behavior as set by the department and CPH.Completes annual Healthstream programs, maintains HIPPA, complieswith laws, rules, regulations, standards and hospital policies.

Reports compliance issues through the chain of command. Stayswithin hospital guidelines regarding sick/absent time, and providesproper notification of absence/tardiness.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Required Degree:

Graduate of an Accredited Radiologic Technology program.

Required Certification/Licensure:

New York State Department of Health Licensure Registered with

ARRT BLS

within 3 months of hire.

Required Years of Experience:

none

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

IV Certification 1 year experience in general radiography setting

UNION:

1199-721•LPN & Technical (CPH)

Note:

Not all per diem roles are unioneligible

EDUCATION

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

PHYSICALREQUIREMENTS:

M•Medium Work•Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of forceoccasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/orgreater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to moveobjects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting. Fordisease specific care programs refer to the program specificrequirements of the department for further specifications onexperience and educational expectations, including continuingeducation requirements. Any physical requirements reported by aprospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate willbe considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$29.15•$42.34 Thelisted base pay range is a good faith representation of currentpotential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may bemodified in the future and eligible for additional pay components.

Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevantqualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, andcontracts. Rochester Regional Health is an EqualOpportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans by a prospective employeeand/or employee’s Physician or delegate will be considered foraccommodations.