<strong>X-ray/CT Tech</strong><br /> <br /> JOB SUMMARY: • Credentialed x-ray technologist registered in at least one modality with proficiency in one of the following: angiography, mammography or additional imaging modality. Maintain QI project. Position requires some on-call duties.<br /> ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of equipment to minimize hazards of electric shock, burns and extraneous radiation to patients. • Responsible for safe handling of equipment and images. • Instructs and prepares patients for radiographic and/or fluoroscopic examinations. • Selects appropriate equipment to use for procedure. • Determines most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly. • Able to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure - makes appropriate physician/nurse contact for intervention. • Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. • Understands special radiographic examinations requiring special equipment and procedures such as: intravenous pyelograms, intravenous cholangiograms, mammograms, hysterosalpingograms, tomograms, cholangiography, arthrograms, myelograms and OR procedures. • Programs portable or stationary x-ray machines and makes radiographs for a variety of examinations. • Maintains proficiency in additional modality or specialty. • Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures. • Assists in maintaining basic records and reports. • Assists in training of students and ancillary personnel. • Interacts professionally with patient/family. • Completes all work before clocking out and leaving. This includes checking with nurses stations. • Knowledgeable of fire and safety regulations. • Has knowledge of hospital policies and the functions of the other departments. • Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric and general population. • Proficient in additional modality. IE CT, MRI, US, Mammography or Nuclear Medicine. • Sends images to PACS.<br /> DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC SUMMARY<br /> OTHER DUTIES: • Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department / organization<br /> ORGANIZATIONAL STANDARDS • ACCESS - We strive to improve access to patient-centered services, health care professionals and medical technology. • PEOPLE - It is our philosophy to recruit and develop the best people, build loyalty and trust and compensate our people fairly within the healthcare market. • Understands and follows our Kindness First Service Standards and treats patients, customers and coworkers with kindness. • Listens to others concerns attentively to fully understand their needs before responding and follows through with those concerns in a way that shows they care. • Recognizes and supports the skills and qualities of others. • Works cooperatively within own department and with other departments to exceed customer (patient, physician, family, guest, and coworker) expectations. •<br /> SERVICE - We provide an excellent customer experience at every point of care. • Responds quickly and appropriately to customer requests and initiates action to exceed customer expectations. • Focuses on the customers perception in all situations. • Respects patient/guest privacy and maintains confidentiality at all times; holds sensitive conversations in a private place and never discusses patient/hospital business in public areas. • Uses professional judgment in providing information based on the situation and is sensitive to individual and organizational concerns. •<br /> SAFETY - We keep our patients safe and continually strive for zero harm. • Contributes to the safety and security of our patients and SMH environment through personal actions and reports all safety events through RL solutions. • Takes responsibility for being aware of safety related issues by attending staff and departmental meetings, participating in facility sponsored education, and employee forums. • When mistakes are made learns from the experience and turns them into opportunities for improvement. • Knows, understands and abides by the policies and procedures of SMH. •<br /> QUALITY - We achieve high reliability in our processes by using data to drive continuous improvement. • Advocates and supports the delivery of high quality healthcare services. • Identifies and brings to others attention new ideas for improvement. • When identifying a problem/concern, takes responsibility for resolution, and follows up as appropriate. • Exhibits consistent clinical/technical competence in job duties to ensure quality of care. •<br /> FINANCE - We strengthen and sustain a vital healthcare system by effectively managing our resources and providing value for our patients. • Conducts oneself as an owner of SMH and is a steward of assets. • Identifies opportunities for improving financial performance. • Treats customers property and SMHs property with care and respect. • Demonstrates conservation and responsible use of resources.<br /> POSITION QUALIFICATIONS • Education / Experience / License and Certifications • Graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained. • Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. • Certified by the State of Wyoming to practice and administer radiation. • Capable of working independently. Needs no mentoring. • Capable of performing Diagnostic Radiology call. • Capable of performing all Diagnostic Radiology procedures. • Capable of performing independently, a minimum of one advanced imaging modality; i.e. Ultrasound, CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and Radiation Therapy, and/or being designated as one of the mammography quality assurance lead technologists. • Attendance and document hospital sponsored clinical education course in advanced modality. ie Ultrasound, CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy and mammography. • Current BLS certification. • A minimum of one year of experience under a Board Certified Radiologist.<br /> <br /> Name of Position Requirements<br /> 2+ years of Clinic experience<br /> Does this candidate require time off during the assignment? If yes, please put dates in the comments section.<br /> Has your candidate ever been convicted of a crime, other than a minor traffic violation?<br /> Is your candidate a 1099?<br /> BLS through AHA?<br /> ARRT license required<br /> Wyoming Licensure<br /> <br /> <br /> Comments<br /> Client Rate: $120/hr; OT/CB/Holiday: $130/hr, OC: $8/hr AP Rate: $114.00; OT/CB/Holiday: $123.50; OC: $7.60/hr Shift would days Sat, Sun, Mon – 12 hour shifts, on-call OR Mon – Fri, no call, possible weekend coverage<br /> <br /> <span style="color:#222222; font-size:12px; font-weight:600">Comments</span><br /> Client Rate: $120/hr; OT/CB/Holiday: $130/hr, OC: $8/hr AP Rate: $114.00; OT/CB/Holiday: $123.50; OC: $7.60/hr Shift would days Sat, Sun, Mon – 12 hour shifts, on-call OR Mon – Fri, no call, possible weekend coverage