Radiologic Technologist PRN | VUH

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** Organization:
** Diagnostic Radiology Team 11
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* Job Summary:

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* JOB SUMMARY:

Performs diagnostic imaging services in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures to ensure the best possible patient care services are delivered..SHIFT:
* PRN minimum shift requirement one (1) shift per week

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Reviews radiology exam requests and patient identification to ensure safe, appropriate and cost effective imaging.
* Applies broad range of skills to ensure exam is completed timely and meets quality and compliance standards.
* Provides appropriate screening process to patients, staff and self according to prescribed safety standards.
* Assists in the orientation and training of new staff.
* The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
* Diagnostic Equipment (Novice):
Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate the use of diagnostic tools in practical applications of moderate difficulty.
* Compliance (Novice):
Can explain and apply basic statutory instructions in normal situations on the job. Understands the principles upon which the rules and regulations are based. Appropriately escalates problems relating to rules and regulations in timely and effective manner.
* Patient Documentation (Novice):
Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate patient documentation in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Generally works under the direction of others while accomplishing assignments.

Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings.

These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health’s reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South.

Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion.
** Core Accountabilities:
** Organizational Impact:
Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work:
Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge:
Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction:
Provides informal guidance and support to team members.
** Core Capabilities :
** Supporting Colleagues:

- Develops Self and Others:
Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.

- Builds and Maintains Relationships:
Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.

- Communicates Effectively:
Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services:

- Serves Others with Compassion:
Seeks to understand current and…