What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAT SCAN / X-RAY TECH-RADIOLOGY FULL-TIME DAY SHIFT 24587 position at Care Plus Bergen, Inc.?
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Job Duties
Performs CT’s obtains high quality radiographs on all patients during their shift, and assures quality of image before releasing patient; recognizes the need for and utilizes radiation protection measures in accordance with departmental policies.
Ensures STAT/ Wet Read x-rays are presented to radiologist if on site and when radiologist is not on site makes the x-rays available for review and notifies the hospitalist of the availability.
Ensures that STAT/Wet Read CT scans are given to radiologist when they are on site and sent to NightHawk/Vrad when radiologist is not on site or on call.
Ensures that equipment is in proper working order; informs appropriate personnel promptly when equipment is in need of repair. Performs QC testing if necessary.
As required, transports patients to and from X-Ray and CT rooms.
Assists patients onto CT machine or x-ray table and positions them correctly.
Utilizes all equipment permitted within the scope of their license and within the realm of their training.
Assessment, treatment and patient care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served.
Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations
Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Assesses gaps in policies and procedures, and create necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps.
Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct.
Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.
OTHER JOB DUTIES
Processes images by various means.
Performs required clerical work necessary to maintain patient records.
Provides patient comfort (e.g., bedpans, blankets) as required.
Maintains a clean and orderly environment to include; CT Room, Radiology Rooms, Radiology Equipment and Radiology Accessories.
Uses other peripheral equipment as required (e.g., patient monitoring equipment, teleradiology equipment).
Participates in on-call schedule if needed.
Performs other related duties as required.
BASIC COMPETENCIES
Education
Graduation from an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology; ARRT;
Advanced registry in C.T. preferred.
Licensure
Current NJ license as a Registered Radiological Technologist.
American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR/AED certification required.
Experience
One to two years of experience in Radiologic Technology required with one year of C.T. experience.
Skills
Good interpersonal skills.
Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.
JOB SETTING/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Radiology department, CT suite; contact with patients, staff.
Lifts, positions, and/or transfers patients.
Frequent prolonged standing.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Amer Reg Radiology Tech
- Heart Saver
