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Carson Valley Health
Radiology Tech - Full Time
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What they do
A Radiologic Technician or Technologist operates X Ray, MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) or CT (Computed Tomography) scan equipment to take diagnostic images of a patient. Works with doctors to obtain specific images necessary for medical diagnosis.
$61,162 / year median in Nevada
+28% projected growth
Job Description
Radiology Tech - Full Time
Minimum Work ExperienceAbility to communicate with employees, physicians, patients and administrative staff in a courteous and professional manner.
Operates highly complex radiographic equipment within the radiology department, operating suites and at the patient's bedside, selecting technical factors to ensure high-quality radiographs using the
Understands and is able to utilize all x-ray rooms in main department.
Understands and is able to utilize operating room and x-ray equipment.
Understands and is able to utilize x-ray portables in the main hospital.
Process films and review for overall quality.
Perform required warm-ups and equipment QC. Report all malfunctions to Imaging Services Manager, and service provider.
Patient CareTransfer patient to imaging table, explain procedure and position patient according to protocol. Select optimal radiographic technique and obtain established routine views.
Receives and reviews requests for radiologic studies.
Reads requisition and physician's referral sheet to assure correct exam is performed.
Interviews patients and reviews available clinical data from charts to alert nurses and/or physicians to possible contradictions for procedure.
Speaks with patient to ascertain pertinent history associated with requested exam.
Checks patient chart, if available, to make sure correct exam is ordered.
Uses practical knowledge of anatomy for proper positioning to obtain maximum diagnostic information, as evidenced by film taken.
Refers to exam guidelines for necessary views. Reads exam requests to determine area of interest.
Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and effects of disease processes to properly and safety position patient for maximum diagnostic yield.
Vanguard 401(k) with match.
Employer paid Care Flight Membership for your household (full-time employees) (A Division of REMSA).Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance.
Unum Supplemental Insurance (Critical Illness, Accident, Short Term & Long Term Disability).Earned Time Off, Sick Leave and Paid Holidays.
Nevada 529 College Fund.
Unum Employee Assistance Program.
Employer paid Credit monitoring and Identity Theft Program through CyberScout.
Tuition Reimbursement, Clinical Ladder
POSITION SUMMARY
At the administrative direction of the Imaging Services Manager, independently perform diagnostic x-ray exams with minimal supervision.POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Minimum EducationGraduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program.License Required:
NV State radiology license required.Certificate Required:
Current ARRT American Registry Radiologic Technologist certificate required; RT (R). (Must obtain within 90 days of hire) Current BLS certification.Minimum Work ExperienceAbility to communicate with employees, physicians, patients and administrative staff in a courteous and professional manner.
POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
EquipmentCompetently operate x-ray, fluoro, portable x-ray and c-arm equipment while performing all routine exams in a safe and optimal manner.Operates highly complex radiographic equipment within the radiology department, operating suites and at the patient's bedside, selecting technical factors to ensure high-quality radiographs using the
A.L.A.R.A.
(As low as reasonably achievable) standards.Understands and is able to utilize all x-ray rooms in main department.
Understands and is able to utilize operating room and x-ray equipment.
Understands and is able to utilize x-ray portables in the main hospital.
Process films and review for overall quality.
Perform required warm-ups and equipment QC. Report all malfunctions to Imaging Services Manager, and service provider.
Patient CareTransfer patient to imaging table, explain procedure and position patient according to protocol. Select optimal radiographic technique and obtain established routine views.
Receives and reviews requests for radiologic studies.
Reads requisition and physician's referral sheet to assure correct exam is performed.
Interviews patients and reviews available clinical data from charts to alert nurses and/or physicians to possible contradictions for procedure.
Speaks with patient to ascertain pertinent history associated with requested exam.
Checks patient chart, if available, to make sure correct exam is ordered.
Uses practical knowledge of anatomy for proper positioning to obtain maximum diagnostic information, as evidenced by film taken.
Refers to exam guidelines for necessary views. Reads exam requests to determine area of interest.
Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and effects of disease processes to properly and safety position patient for maximum diagnostic yield.
BENEFITS
If you are scheduled to work part-time at least 24 hours per week and full-time at least 30 hours per week, you are eligible for benefits on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.NO STATE INCOME
TAXHometown Health Medical, EyeMed Vision, Guardian Dental and Flexible Spending Account.Vanguard 401(k) with match.
Employer paid Care Flight Membership for your household (full-time employees) (A Division of REMSA).Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance.
Unum Supplemental Insurance (Critical Illness, Accident, Short Term & Long Term Disability).Earned Time Off, Sick Leave and Paid Holidays.
Nevada 529 College Fund.
Unum Employee Assistance Program.
Employer paid Credit monitoring and Identity Theft Program through CyberScout.
Tuition Reimbursement, Clinical Ladder
- & HRSA Loan Repayment Program
- (•for qualifying positions).