What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic Technologist - Full Time position at Knoxville Hospital & Clinics?
This is a Full-Time position working Mon-Thurs 10:30am-7pm and Fri 10am-6pm.
The Radiology Technologist is an integral part of the Imaging team. He/she performs diagnostic radiographs in providing patient care and treatment. The radiology technologist promotes and participates in patient teaching. The technologist works with other departments to provide a clean, safe, stimulating environment.
Essential Functions
- Consistently checks equipment and supplies on a regular basis. Maintains x-ray and other equipment in efficient operating order.
- Always completes x-ray requisitions, obtains appropriate signatures for consents, and completes procedure requests on outside physicians.
- Consistently demonstrates competency and proficiency in patient care and radiology procedures.
- Correctly schedules all special procedures and enters the data in appointment book. Always directs the results of procedures to physician or hospital chart.
- Maintains patients’ dignity and always respects patients’ rights. Communicates patient information, especially changes in condition in a timely manner.
- Consistently performs all duties in an independent manner with little or no need for direct supervision; is not afraid to proceed alone.
- Consistently demonstrates willingness to accept additional assignments and assist other staff as time allows; is flexible and adaptable as patient care needs and workloads allow.
Job Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology.
- Previous general x-ray and CT experience is preferred.
- Current registry in radiology and valid ‘permit to practice’ with the State Department of Health.
- Must possess the technical skills associated with the tasks and functions delineated under specific duties. Has the ability to communicate and work effectively with others. Must be willing to work nights and weekends as scheduled. On call rotation required.
- Required to complete all annual competency training and maintain license and/or certification.
This is a Full-Time position with eligible benefits for medical, dental, vision, company paid employee life, employee AD&D, Short- Term and Long-Term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plan with a company match of up to 6%, paid holidays, and accrued vacation and sick hours.
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