Radiologic Technologist

Florence, SC

TRACKING CODE

12612

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Maintains a professional image and exhibits excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers in   accordance with our Service Excellence Standards and Core Values.
•  Verifies patient by identification band and verbal response comparing two identifiers with the requisition and chart. 
•  Ensures correct procedure is done by checking chart or prescription for correct exam order, calls for order clarification as needed and documents order clarification correctly. 
• Treats patient and procedure in accordance with the McLeod Health Confidentiality policy.
• Completes annual training and demonstrates age-specific care thereby meeting the needs of patient population served.
• Greets and assists patient with appropriate attire for procedure, thoroughly explains procedure, length, and expectations along with desired results.
• Expresses sincere concern for patient’s well-being by conveying the feeling that they are the reason we are here and to reduce the patient’s anxiety. 
• Selects and utilizes appropriate technical factors for procedure based on body habitus, pathology, and body part while consistently positioning patient properly during procedure.
• Verifies that all images obtained have crossed over successfully into Pacs and are of high quality prior to forwarding to the Radiologists for interpretation. 
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of imaging equipment being used, which will be listed on the Competency Skills Checklist.
• Maintains attentiveness to equipment and patient during procedure.
• Maintains acceptable completion time based on the complexity of the procedure and or condition of the patient thereby demonstrating good utilization of time through productivity.
• All Radiology Technologist will be required to cross train in CT. Those hired with temporary/limited licenses will be required to cross train in CT upon acquiring their permanent license.
•  Upon successful completion of initial orientation and training, technologist must be able to perform all Radiological exams (X-Ray, DXA, all Fluoro and OR exams, Portables, and CT’s) in accordance with hospital protocols and policies without assistance. 
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Licenses/Certifications/Registrations/Education:

       RADIOLOGY TECH

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technologist.
• Certification with South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA) 
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) required.
• BLS certification

WORK SCHEDULE

Full time

JOB LOCATION

Florence, SC, United States

POSITION TYPE

Full time