Job detail

Rad Tech

Yale New Haven Health

#BLS #Patient Care #Healthcare #Diagnostic Imaging #ARRT #Radiation Safety #Radiologic Technology #Radiography #Rad Tech #Clinical Information

Quick overview

Perform a variety of radiologic procedures and produce diagnostic quality radiographs while ensuring patient safety and radiation guidelines. Manage patient flow, complete accurate clinical documentation, and collaborate with healthcare teams to provide excellent patient care.

Requirements summary

Must be a high school graduate who has completed an AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program and is ARRT registered or eligible. Requires a current Connecticut State License in Radiologic Technology and BLS certification.

high schoolprofessional certificateCustomer ServicePatient PositioningPatient DocumentationRadiation SafetyClinical AssessmentVital Signs AssessmentDiagnostic RadiographyRadiologic ProceduresVenopunctureContrast Injections

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Performs A Variety Of Radiologic Procedures At A Technical Level; Assumes Responsibility For Designated Areas Or Procedures As Required. Rotates On-Call As Needed. Frequent Contact With Acutely Ill Patients; Exposure To Surgical Procedures, Body Fluids, And Radiation.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

1.
Must Be Mentally Flexible When Dealing With Coworkers, Students, Radiologists And Other Healthcare Workers.
2.
Obtains And Assesses A Patient's Pertinent Clinical Information.
3.
Consistently Produces Diagnostic Quality Radiographs By Using Proper Technical Factors And Patient Positioning.
4.
Facilitates Efficient Patient Flow.
5.
Completes, In And Accurate And Timely Manner, All Patient Documentation. (I.E.
Exam Charging, Patient Insurance, And Maintenance Of Day Log).
6.
Shows Empathy And Compassion To Patients At All Times.
7.
Operates All Equipment Properly And Efficiently, And Under Safe Radiation Guidelines.
8.
Performs Venopuncture For Contrast Injections, And Can Assess Vital Signs As Needed.
9.
Maintains Good Communication Amongst Team Members And Other Departments To Maximize Excellent Patient Care.
10.
Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review.
11.
Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit.

Qualifications

EDUCATION Must Be A High School Graduate Or Have A G.E.D; Satisfactorily Completed A Formal Radiologic Technology Program In An Ama Approved School And Meets Requirements For Registry By The Arrt.
EXPERIENCE Two (2) To Three (3) Months On The Job Experience Gained Through An Accredited Radiology Technology Program.