Xray tech - PRN
| Facility | Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Lawrenceburg |
| Location | Lawrenceburg, TN |
| Career Area | Radiology / Imaging |
| Job ID | #7425-3441 |
Description:
11135 Radiology Tech-Clinic STRHS-Lawrenceburg Job Description 3.31.2017
Performs various imaging procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
Reports to: Practice Operations Manager
FLSA: Non-exempt
Grade: 63
EEO: â–¡ 01 Officials and Managers X 02 Professionals â–¡ 03 Technicians â–¡ 04 Sales Workers â–¡ 05 Administrative Support Workers â–¡ 06 Craft Workers â–¡ 07 Operatives â–¡ 08 Laborers and Helpers â–¡ 09 Service Workers
Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits and reports scan results.
Qualifications:
Minimum Education
X Professional certification/license in General Radiology
X Professional certification/license in General Radiology
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Required Skills
Certifications:
X Basic Life Support (BLS) (may be obtained week one of orientation before patient care)
Certifications:
X Basic Life Support (BLS) (may be obtained week one of orientation before patient care)
Required Skills
Licenses: Professional certification/license in General Radiology
Licenses: Professional certification/license in General Radiology