What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic Technologist Surgery - New Grads Welcome to Apply! position at orthotalent?
Facility: OrthoIndy Hospital, Indianapolis, IN
Department: OIH Surg Rad Techs
Shift Details: Full-time, 40 hours per week. Four 10 hour weekday shifts with minimal call. No major holidays! Full benefits included!
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At OrthoIndy, we provide leading-edge bone, joint, spine and muscle care from 12 OrthoIndy locations throughout Central Indiana, staying true to our mission and our patients by offering a full range of procedures and treatment options. We have over 80 physicians in our practice and we continue to be one of the most highly respected and trusted orthopedic practices in the Midwest. OrthoIndy has received national recognition for patient safety and orthopedic excellence and our philosophy is a physician-owned hospital model where patients experience superior service, safety and patient satisfaction because physicians are involved in every aspect of your care. OrthoIndy is also the official orthopedic provider for the Indiana Pacers, Indiana Fever and Andretti INDYCAR.
OrthoIndy Hospital Northwest, located in Indianapolis, Indiana, provides outpatient care and inpatient care, with 10 operating rooms, 2 procedure rooms and a 42-bed inpatient unit for patients undergoing more invasive procedures, such as disc replacement, spinal fusion or total hip and knee joint replacement. Other services include an urgent care, clinics, pre-op clinic, imaging and physical therapy.
General Statement of Duties:
The Radiologic Technologist Surgery takes images of various portions of the body by operating radiologic equipment according to developmental factors and age specifics under supervision and as directed by a Physician.
Essential Duties:
- Operates radiology equipment, including but not limited to: OEC C-arm, O-arm, Siemens, AMX portable, mini OEC and mini ortho scan. Operates radiology equipment with knowledge of the following; total joint placement and replacement, ORIF and arthroscopic surgeries on all extremities, spine general, and physiatry. Intra-operative and post-operative portable imaging. Assists physicians with image guided injections, under physician guidance. Passes medications needed during exams. Utilizes digital subtraction and angiography.
- Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
- Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
- Observes patients during procedure. Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted.
- Performs specialized imaging procedures such as nonvascular interventional and therapeutic procedures.
- Assists with image guided biopsies and radiofrequency ablations of tumors.
- Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Ensures all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.
- Applies operating room traffic patterns and aseptic technique. Applies sterile technique principles. Complies to surgical attire.
- Assists with procedures and provide diagnostic aid by conducting organ or body scans on patients. Assists physicians with image guided injections.
- Assists surgeon in research projects.
Requirements:
- NEW GRADS! – While we love to see previous experience or a background in orthopedics, if you have a strong aspiration for success….we want to hear from YOU!
- Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology required
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (A.R.R.T.) certification required
- BLS certification required
- 1-2 years of experience preferred
OrthoIndy is an Equal Opportunity Employer
