Radiology Technologist - Float

*Offered benefits dependent upon employee eligibility and criteria

Job Description

Purpose of Job: Improve the overall health of the communities we serve by providing radiologic technology service as follows:

Essential

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains fixed x-ray equipment.
• Positions patient and employs proper tube-part-film alignments and collimation for maximum patient protection.
• Processes film and file completed examinations according to established departmental procedures. Sends films to designated consultants as required.
• Complies with and enforce radiation and safety standards.
• Routes films to CHAS sites; ensures appropriate tracking of films sent and received; responsible for requesting, managing and returning film studies from other facilities as requested by providers.
• Provides complete documentation and perform related clerical duties as needed.
• Perform front desk duties as needed.
• Performs other duties assigned, including supporting the CHAS Health Mission and Core Values.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

Current Washington State license to practice as a Radiology Technologist. Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, or be registry eligible and obtained within 6 months of hire. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, techniques of operating x-ray and other diagnostic imaging equipment, radiographic positioning, basic patient care and procedures required.

Skills

Excellent customer service, oral and written communication skills required. Compassion for patients required. Must be able to work well in team environment. Ability to multi-task in fast-paced environment required. Computer skills required. BLS (CPR/AED) required. Valid drivers’ license, insurance and vehicle required. Commitment to supporting a safe and respectful environment is required.

Physical Demands

Radiology Technologists are required to stand, sit, and be mobile one-third to two-thirds of the time. They are required to use hands to finger, handle or feel over two-thirds of the time, as well as reach with hands and arms. Climbing or balancing occurs less than one-third of the time; while stooping, kneeling or crouching occurs between one-third and two-thirds of the day. Communicating by talking/hearing occurs over two-thirds of the day.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at CHAS Health will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. CHAS Health does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.