Roper St. Francis Healthcare·Summerville, South Carolina
The Radiological Technologist performs diagnostic imaging procedures using ionizing radiation while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Responsibilities include obtaining clinical histories, positioning patients, and operating imaging equipment under the direction of a licensed practitioner.
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Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Work Shift: Days (United States of America)
Address: 124 North Creek Drive, Unit A Summerville SC 29486
$3,500 Sign On Bonus
The Radiological Technologist is a certified health professional who, under the direction of an authorized user, is committed to applying the art and skill of diagnostic imaging through the safe and effective use of ionizing radiation, in diagnostic radiology.
Essential
Job
Functions:
Obtains patient's clinical history and appropriate lab work ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
Positions and immobilizes patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort.
Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
Performs radiographic procedures by selecting and operating imaging equipment, and/or associated accessories to successfully perform procedures.
Verifies informed consent and completes pre and post procedure documentation.
Assists licensed practitioner with fluoroscopic and specialized radiography procedures. Applies appropriate aseptic surgical technique as needed.
Performs timeout as required per policy.
Identifies, prepares and/or administers medications/contrast as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
Receives relays and documents verbal, written and electronic orders in the patient's medical record.
Evaluates images for technical quality.
Documents patient dose exposures.
Professionally interacts with physicians, technologist, physician offices, hospital staff, patient family members and patients.
Operates radiographic equipment and accessories in accordance with the principles of ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable).
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education: Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferrred)
Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) in Diagnostic Radiology (required) State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)
Training: EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred) Picture archiving communiation system (PACS) (preferred)
1 year experience in radiation safety and patient care (preferred) Experience with Radiology Information System (preferred)
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse May be required to use physical restraints May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials May have periods of constant interruptions General office environment Required to car travel to off-site locations, Prolonged periods of working alone
Lifting carrying (0-50lb) 34-66% Lifitng/carrying (50-100lb) 0% Push/pull (0-50lbs) 34-66% Push/Pull (50-100lbs) 1-33% Stoop/kneel 1-33%
Crawling 0%
Climbing 1-33%
Balance 1-33%
Bending 1-33% Sitting 1-33% Walking 34-66%
Standing 34-66%
Neonates (0-4 weeks) Infant (1-12 months) Pediatrics (1-12 years) Adolescents (13-17 years) Adults (18-64 years) Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination) Perform shift work Maneuver weight of patients Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder Reach above shoulder Repetitive arm/hand movements Finger Dexterity Acuity - far Acuity - near Depth perception Use of latex products Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents Exposure to moving mechanical parts Exposure to dust/fumes Exposure to potential electrical shock Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy Exposure to high pitched noises Gaseous risk exposure
Patient centered care Monitor patient conditions during examination Record patient medical histories Working within an interdisciplinary team Attention to detail Critical thinking Communication with patients Conflict resolution Active listening Relationship building
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Market context
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