What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT/RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST position at Hoskinson Biotechnology?
About:
Hoskinson Health & Wellness Clinic is a newly founded team-based physician-led, comprehensive health and wellness clinic in the beautiful area of Gillette, Wyoming. Our company was created to provide prospective healthcare resources to the community and meet the needs of our patient base.
Company Mission and Philosophy:
Hoskinson Health & Wellness Clinic is owned by physicians who have teamed together to help end discrepancies they have seen for decades in the healthcare space. Our mission is to help patients truly live better, healthier lives by providing comprehensive care through a variety of specialists and support services. HH&WC has an integrated regenerative & longevity philosophy that functions hand-in-hand with treatment planning, preventive care, and team collaboration on patient cases. We believe that patients are more than their diagnoses and deserve access to the best education and resources we can provide. To ensure this mission is met, we focus on integrating highly effective technology, encourage collaboration among the team, and take lower patient volumes to allow patients more time with our staff.
Job Summary: The Radiology Technologist may work in ambulatory or acute care environments. Performs and is competent in Radiology under the direction of the Radiologist. The Technologist must be able to independently acquire the proper exam for the Radiologist’s interpretation. The Technologist is able to operate all radiological equipment in the proper setting. The Technologist is required to work with patients in age group specific environments: pediatric, geriatric, febrile, and acute care; adjusting technique and positions for optimal examinations. The Technologist is responsible for exam room presentation, patient transportation, entering exams into the Radiology Information System, scheduling radiology exams, educating patients on exam prep instructions, obtaining correct orders and paperwork for records, billing, and communicating with Medical Staff as requested. Technologists will obtain and maintain the knowledge needed for the PACS. Depending on the needs of the care environment may be responsible for evenings, weekends as directed by the department leader. The Technologist reports equipment malfunctions/failures to their immediate Supervisor, Maintenance staff, or maintenance staff as appropriate. The Technologist follows all policies and procedures as set by the Medical Imaging Department, the facility and the organization.
Additionally, the Technologist will be required to perform fluoroscopy examinations in the department and use the c-arm in the operating room setting as well as portable exams throughout the facility.
Duties/ Responsibilities:
Prepares the patient and the equipment for the upcoming procedure. Educates the patient and/ or family regarding the procedure to be performed. Provides professional age-specific interaction with patients.
As appropriate, prepares and administers the correct amount of contrast, using aseptic techniques as outlined in the Infection Control manual. Documents appropriately in patients chart. Completed injector training.
Provides a learning environment and provides exceptional customer service to all. Friendly, cheerful and helpful to patients and others. Ability to meet patients and others needs while following office policies and procedures in person and on the telephone.
Will work as a team with other imaging departments to coordinate patient care and flow throughout the care environment.
Consistently demonstrates the ability to efficiently perform multiple complex tasks including but not limited to outpatient examinations, trauma patients, non-ambulatory acute and chronically ill inpatients, portable exams, scoliosis, and fluoroscopy in the department and c-arms in OR cases when needed.
Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols. Higher exposure to bodily fluids, infectious specimens, communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, and other conditions common in a level II hospital environment.
Understands and uses radiologic safety to minimize radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factors and monitored by radiation badges. Proficient with safe handling and moving of patients using ceiling and other lifts.
Focuses on patient satisfaction by scheduling appointments promptly and courteously. Obtains accurate information and properly documents on patient scheduling system.
Participates in upkeep of department, i.e, cleanliness of work area, preventive maintenance, stocking of supplies, reports all malfunctioning equipment.
All other duties as assigned.
Education/Certifications/Licenses
Required
Education - High School Diploma/GED Equivalent: General Studies
Graduate - Radiology Program
Certification - **Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA); Radiologic Technologist (RT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Experience
3 years of Radiologic Technologist
Preferred:
Fluoroscopy experience preferred, willing to train
Computed tomography experience preferred, willingness to train and become registered (ARRT)
Other Modalities Certifications Preferred, Willing to train
Required Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and radiology
Good organizational skills; able to prioritize, multi-task and problem-solve
Compassion and consideration
Reliable and motivated
Physical, Mental Demands/Working Environment
Physical Requirements: Heavy work - exerting up to 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or up to 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or up to 100 pounds of force occasionally (up to 33% of the time), and or up to 100 pounds of force seldom to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances. Requires the ability to work designated shift lengths (including 8 and 12 hours).
Benefits:
- Health Insurance: The company covers 100% of health insurance premiums, including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance coverage.
- Supplemental Insurance: Employees have voluntary access to additional policies such as hospital, cancer coverage, accident insurance, and voluntary life through a supplemental provider.
- Retirement Benefits: Enjoy a generous retirement plan with a competitive company match—no waiting period required!
- PTO: Benefit from generous PTO policy.
- Professional Development: HH&WC supports the professional growth of all employees by offering assistance for continuing or additional education with HR approval
The Clinic is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. The Clinic is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Human Resources at 307-387-9850.