Radiologic Technologist, Hospital

Radiologic Technologist, Hospital

Location: US-OR-Portland

Requisition :

Position Category: Radiology

Job Type: AFSCME union represented

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Posting Department: Diagnostic Imaging

Posting Salary Range: $38.74 - $53.17 per hour (Commensurate with qualifications, experience and internal equity)

Posting FTE: 0.80

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Schedule:

Monday - Wednesday, Friday

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Hours:

5:30am - 2:00pm

HR Mission: Healthcare

Drug Testable: Yes

The function of the Radiologic Technologist position within the Department of Diagnostic Imaging is to perform all phases of technical diagnostic imaging. Radiologic Technologists operate X-Ray equipment used to capture and develop images for the purpose of medical diagnosis. The Radiologic technologist promotes OHSU’s mission statement by delivering high quality, cost effective, family-oriented service. This position helps to create a collaborative environment by integrating education, research and clinical leadership.

Radiologic Technologists work with infant, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients.

Imaging:

• Provides quality images with accuracy and efficiency, using optimal skills and knowledge of all equipment.
• Technologists will be trained in all general radiology exams/areas so that they are able to rotate through the department based on workflow needs.
• Utilize the VIP transportation system to arrange for patient delivery.
• Positions patient for diagnostic radiology exams according to department procedures, training, and machine requirements with a high regard for the safety and care of the patient.
• Operates radiology equipment, determines and sets exposure factors, sets technique utilizing all relevant factors to ensure accurate and quality images with minimal and acceptable repeat rates.
• Uses computer image processing, as needed to select, process, optimize and archive images to PACS.
• Completely tracks exams in the Radiology Information System.
• Develops and presents images and related patient information to radiologist for diagnosis.
• Assists with patient transport by moving patients using standard procedures.
• Assists in the training of Radiologic Technology Students, and adheres to dept. policy on supervision of student technologists.

Documentation:

• Gathers complete documentation of all pertinent information to provide accurate and timely service to customers.
• Responsible to correctly identify patients by checking their identity per department procedure.
• Reviews patient chart and orders to ensure correct examination.
• Labels images completely with demographic, position and other needed documentation. Follows dept policy on the use of anatomical markers.
• Logs activities, gathers charging information and charges exams as required.
• Follows department and hospital procedures and policies.
• Performs quality control and quality assurance, records results and reports variance from normal equipment function.

Other Duties as Assigned

• Must be a graduate of an accredited diagnostic radiography program that meets current qualifications to take and pass the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) board examinations in Radiography upon hire.
• Student candidates must obtain the RT (R) (ARRT) certification within 6 months of their hire date.
• Candidates must have a current Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) temporary license for student hires and permanent license for registered hires.
• Must have a valid OHSU approved Basic Life Support CPR card.

Job Related Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

(Competencies):

• Must have demonstrated skills in the following areas:
  Performing diagnostic imaging studies, Radiation safety, Effective use of equipment, Record maintenance, Infection control, Quality control, Compliance, Patient Communication, Contrast media, problem solving, judgment, teamwork and taking initiative.

• OHSU-partnered Radiologic Technology program experience.
• Level 1 Trauma Center experience;
  Academic Medical Center experience.

This position works in a busy environment with frequent interruptions, multiple demands and continuous interaction with patients and other…