Job Description:

This position works directly with and assists the clinical staff in their daily work. The incumbent assists clinical staff with direct patient care, clerical duties, and technical duties to support the team and expedite overall patient flow through the department.

Posting Specifics: Benefits Eligible: No  Hours: PRN (As Needed) Shift Details: Variable 

Scope

This is intended as a temporary position only, with the expectation that employees advance to the Radiology Tech Reg position as soon as possible. It's expected that employees not remain in this position longer than six months after completion of clinical hours.

Job Essentials

Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.Is sensitive to the patients needs throughout the procedure. Sufficiently explains to the patient and family the procedure about to be performed in order to facilitate cooperation and alleviate patient anxiety. Addresses any patient concerns.Performs radiologic exams that produce quality images and ensures patient and staff safety. Accomplishes this by following proper protocols, correct patient positioning, appropriate and effective use of equipment, and adherence to radiation protection and guidelines.Recognizes emergent patient situations and responds quickly and appropriately.Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, including time stamps and image storage.Coordinates patient care and communicate pertinent information to other patient care providers following procedure.Maintains a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff. Ensures that supplies and equipment are stored in an organized and efficient manner.Pursues individual education and career development opportunities, emphasizing those for new procedures and equipment.

Qualifications

Enrolled in an accredited Radiology program, requiredCurrent BLS certification, requiredCurrently enrolled in a JRCERT or AMA approved school of radiologic technology, requiredCurrent licensure as a Practical Radiologic Technician in state of practice or ARRT Board Registry Eligible (if applicable).

Physical Requirements:

Hearing/listening, lifting, manual dexterity, pulling/pushing, seeing, sitting, speaking, squatting/kneeling, standing, and walking.

Location:

St. Marys Regional Hospital

Work City:

Grand Junction

Work State:

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

$19.20 - $27.35

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

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