Radiology Technician RT Per Diem

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

Operates x-ray equipment in support of the provision of diagnostic and/or therapeutic services to a specified patient population.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Graduate of approved Radiologic Technical program

REOUIRED LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION:

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
• Licensed/registered with the appropriate state agency
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Additional languages preferred.
• Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served in the Center. Must demonstrate the knowledge of the principle of growth and development of the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient=s requirements relative to his/her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the Center=s policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the physical and operational characteristics of radiologic equipment. Knowledge of x-ray principles, procedures and standards. Knowledge of sterile procedures. Ability to calibrate, configure, and adjust x-ray equipment and associated facilities and devices in accordance with procedures and standards. Knowledge of appropriate x-ray exposure times and safety parameters. Knowledge of photographic development techniques.
• Participates in opportunities of continuing education.
• Ability to understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures. Ability to safely lift, and physically manipulate patients.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
• Functions within the position description and within the scope of employee/patient relationship

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Knowledge of email systems such a Microsoft Outlook sufficient to communicate with both internal and external contacts.
• Knowledge of Word and Excel sufficient to create simple documents such as memos and reports, enter data, copy or cut and paste data and print results.

OTHER:

• Ability to work individually or as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with changing priorities.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:  

• Ability to be on your feet for long periods and lift or turn disabled patients.  
• Ability to concentrate for periods of up to four hours 
• Ability to communicate verbally both in person and on the telephone
• Ability to use computer keyboard and to view a computer monitor