What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic Technologist (RT) - Radiology-Diagnostic, Varied Shifts position at Dartmouth Health?
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Under the direction of the Associate Director of Radiology and the clinical direction of the Radiologists, provides radiologic care to patients for the purpose of diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders. . Perform all routine radiographic procedures and assist in fluoroscopy. Demonstrate anatomy under investigation through proper patient positioning, image identification, technique selection, administration of contrast media, application of immobilization and radiation protection devices according to department policy and procedures. Receive requisition, checking for special instructions from the requesting physician. Ensure appropriate clinical history on requisition. Consult with radiologist as necessary. Pleasantly greet patients, confirming their identification and introducing self. Completely explain examination procedure to the patient, and the patient's family if present. Using a standardized form, routinely question patient before contrast injection as to possible contraindications. Document all relevant information. Question female patients as to pregnancy status and document appropriately. May inject contrast media to patients under direction of a Radiologist, providing there has been demonstration of appropriate training and skills to the satisfaction of the department chair.
Qualifications: Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology. One year experience in a hospital setting preferred. Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or Registry eligible - obtain within 90 days of hire date, preferred; obtain registration within one year of hire date, required. New Hampshire Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy License – current New Graduate must be registered with the New Hampshire Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy, and obtain licensure within one year of graduation.
CPR certification must be acquired and maintained within three months of hire date and maintained bi- annually.
- Area of Interest: Allied Health;
- Work Status: Wk 1 Mon,Tues,Sat. Wk 2 Sun,Wed,Fri. Weekdays 7:30a-8p weekends 7a-8p. Every other weekend. ;
- Employment Type: Full-time 36 hours/week;
- Job ID: 14124
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
