Night Program Guidelines:

• Must have at leastsix-months of Imaging experience
• Must work steady nights
• Eligible participants will receive an additional$2 per hour night program differential, ON TOP of their hospital’s current off-shift differential, for night hours worked.
• Participants must be in an Imaging role in a regular full-time or part-time status, and work on a unit that requires 24-hour on-site coverage.
• As part of the program, participants must commit to working to the maximum of their budgeted shifts based on FTE status as off-shift hours (12-hour blocks such as 3 p.m. to 3 a.m., 4 p.m. to 4 a.m., etc. or 8-hour blocks such as 11 pm to 7 am, etc.).
• If a participant does not work steady night shifts, they are not eligible to receive the additional differential and their participation will be evaluated for removal from the program.

Sign-on Bonus available: (external and eligible candidates)

<1 year experience: $10,000 with 2-year commitment

>1 year experience: $15,000 with 2-year commitment OR $30,000 with 3-year commitment

The Diagnostic Imaging Technician performs imaging procedures independently, demonstrating proficiency in a variety of technical tasks related to diagnostic radiography. This role requires sound judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to apply ionizing radiation effectively for diagnostic purposes.

Responsibilities:

1. Patient Identification and Documentation:
• Accurately identifies patients using two identifiers.
• Adheres to universal protocols during procedures.
• Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, following departmental protocols.
• Documents patient history in electronic records.
2. Contrast Administration:
• Administers oral (PO) and rectal contrast as per physician orders and department policies.
3. Examination Management:
• Ensures proper coding and tracking of all exams within their area of responsibility using the RIS system.
• Networks exams to ISITE for archiving and interpretation.
• Accurately enters charges for performed exams.
4. Radiography Procedures:
• Independently performs diagnostic radiography procedures following established protocols.
• Utilizes complex imaging equipment for data acquisition, analysis, manipulation, and documentation.
• Adheres to prescribed protocols during procedures.
5. Patient Interaction and Teamwork:
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills with patients and co-workers.
• Displays empathy, dignity, and respect.
• Collaborates effectively within the department and across other teams to expedite patient care.
6. Adaptability and Initiative:
• Adjusts protocols based on clinical judgment.
• Applies ionizing radiation appropriately for diagnostic purposes.
7. Patient Education:
• Clearly communicates instructions to patients, alleviating fears and ensuring cooperation during procedures.