Radiology Tech – Part-Time – Sign-On $1,500 - Treasure Valley Hospital

Overview

At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people – the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000 professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization.

As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.

What sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it . Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values :

• Clinical quality
• Integrity
• Service excellence
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Continuous improvement
• Inclusion

Our values aren’t empty words – they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, you’ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America.

At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Click here to learn more about our benefits.

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Accountabilities / Responsibilities

$1,500 Sign-On Bonus

JOB KNOWLEDGE

• Ensures operational excellence and quality of care in the diagnostic and surgical department.
  • Demonstrates use of proper anatomical positioning and understanding of physiological and technical factors.
  • Facilitates reading of films by radiologist in an efficient, effective manner.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all equipment and radiation safety procedures to provide a safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Maintains general condition of radiology equipment.
  • Utilizes radiation monitoring devices at all times.
  • Performs proper radiation safety precautions to include providing protection and inquiring if females of child-bearing age are pregnant.
  • Periodically checks and coordinates independent inspection of the department radiation protection devices.
  • Conducts exams in a safe, effective, and efficient manner.
• Demonstrates continued competence in caring for individuals based upon age-specific needs utilizing developmental perspective.
  • Displays an understanding of each patient’s cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturity in the assessments, treatments, and care undertaken.
  • Appropriately modifies approach to patients based upon patient’s age utilizing a developmental perspective.
  • Provides appropriate interventions related to safety issues.
  • Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and competence of designated skills identified for position.
• Participates in departmental quality assurance programs.
• Demonstrates sound cost containment techniques.
• Completes company annual continuing educational requirements.

PRODUCTIVITY

• Provides radiology services in a timely and cost-effective manner.
  • Provides radiology reports to the nursing units per physician request.
  • Prioritizes patient needs.
• Documents services provided in a thorough and effective manner.
  • Communicates patient reports to the appropriate personnel and assists in resolution of issues.
  • Maintain accurate records of patient images sent to physician’s offices/ hospitals outside the facility.
• Submits film badges for evaluation of cumulative exposure in timely fashion.
• Utilizes time effectively, plans for ups and downs in patient volume.
• Completes all documentation to ensure the availability of accurate and up-to-date information in accordance with established standards.
• Adheres to established facility/ departmental safety requirements and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Demonstrates competent usage of proper body mechanics in all activities.
  • Identifies potentially unsafe situations and notifies supervisor.
  • Completes all employee/ patient incident documentation in a thorough and timely manner, as required by facility policy.
  • Demonstrates complete understanding of established emergency procedures for department and facility.
  • Practices infection control and standard precautions as instructed or trained.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

ATTENDANCE

• The essential functions of the job require attendance at the workplace. Employee follows established corporate and hospital policies and procedures regarding attendance.
• Maintains attendance according to guidelines and policy established by facility.
• Provides notification of unscheduled absences or tardiness in accordance with established departmental procedures as noted by administrator/ designee.
• Requests time off according to procedure as noted by administrator/ designee.

COMMUNICATION

• Communicates patient information to assure confidentiality and continuity of care.
• Interacts with all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees in a mature, responsible manner to ensure a positive and professional facility environment. a.
  • Displays a caring and responsive attitude, and conducts all activities respecting patient, family and employee rights and expectations.
  • Maintains confidentiality of all facility and patient information as required by facility policy.
  • Fosters a positive and professional facility environment by interacting with all people in a considerate, helpful, and courteous manner and by participating as a team member.
  • Diffuses/ resolves conflicts by appropriately communicating with those involved.
  • Accepts constructive criticism and gives suggestions in a professional manner.
  • Considers age-specific needs in communication.

PROFESSIONALISM

• Supports and demonstrates SCA corporate values by developing a personal understanding of the values. 2. Supports the goals and objectives of the hospital and Medical Imaging Department.
• Exhibits excellent customer relations by demonstrating cooperation, courtesy, and respect when interacting with patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers.
• Respects dignity and rights of the patients and coworkers.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient, department, and hospital information.
• Neat, clean, and dresses according to department dress code.

Qualifications

License or Certification:

• Required certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) or applicable state licensure. BLS required. CEU credits maintained

Total Education, Vocational Training, and Experience:

• Graduated from an accredited school of Radiology Technology. A minimum of one to two years of radiological/x-ray experience preferred.

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Salary : $35 - $40