OR Core Technologist Job Meriden area,Connecticut USA,Healthcare

Overview

Up to $10,000.00 sign-on bonus will be offered to well-qualified candidates.

Join Midstate Radiology Associates (MRA) as a Full Time, 1st Shift, OR Core Technologist at Mid State Medical Center in Meriden.

Position Schedule

Mon - Fri 7:00am - 3:30pm or 7:30am - 4:00pm depending on case start times each day, with on-call/holiday rotation.

Compensation

MRA offers competitive starting compensation based on qualifications and experience. The compensation range for this position is between $28.00/hr and $50.00/hr + competitive shift differentials (12% - 50% of base rate).

Job Summary

Proficiently operates all OR, Hybrid and diagnostic radiology equipment. Performs diagnostic and therapeutic examinations through proper positioning of patients and preparation of contrast media to assist the physician in diagnosis and treatment. Follows established policies and procedures set by the department, hospital, state, ACR, TJC, and OSHA.

Key Accountabilities:

Performs diagnostic radiography studies by following established protocols and selecting correct exposure factors using the assessment of patient age and diagnosis to produce a technically excellent image to assist the radiologist in the diagnosis.

Participates in complex invasive OR and Hybrid procedures by assisting the MD in performing the procedure and producing images to provide therapeutic and diagnostic services. Adheres to established guidelines to maintain sterile field.

Practices radiation safety through appropriate use of radiation protection devices and adhering to radiation safety standards to protect patient, self and staff and to comply with regulatory agencies and requirements.

Maintains radiological equipment in good operating order. Cleans and disinfects equipment and area after each use. Maintains work area in an orderly manner. Reports hazardous conditions or equipment breakdowns to supervisor.

Demonstrates yearly competencies, including knowledge and behaviors, to conduct examinations and meet the needs of patients with regard to age, condition or other special requirements.

Routinely prepares examination for interpretation by the radiologist, including correct identification and processing. Sets up images properly in the PACS system. Accurately inputs data in the RIS by tracking the actual procedure to capture all charges and other relevant information.

Possesses computer skills appropriate to meet departmental needs in preparation of reports and correspondence.

Works effectively as a team member within the department and with other units to provide quality service through communication, cooperation and collaboration.

Provides clinical supervision and instruction to students by maintaining an understanding of policies, procedures, and the clinical competency process (to evaluate student growth and competence in performing radiographic procedures).

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to modify assignments and to provide reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform essential functions.

Qualifications

Education Required:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate AMA approved radiology program.
Registered with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
CT state license.
CPR certification may be required.
Maintenance of continuing education credits as required by licensure.
Individual exceptions may apply only under the discretion of the Medical and Administrative Director.

Desirable:

At least one year’s experience as a radiologic technologist.
Associates or Applied Science Degree in related field.

Knowledge:

Working knowledge applicable to radiologic technology with specific references to anatomy, medical and surgical disease, and scientific principles as applied to radiologic technology.
Patient care standards and requirements.
Quality assurance principles and practices.
Customer service principles and practices.
OSHA principles and practices.
TJC standards of practice.

Skills/Abilities:

Operate and adjust all OR, Hybrid and radiologic equipment.
Schedule, organize and monitor patient flow to meet…


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