Radiology Technologist at Oklahoma City Indian Clinic

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Radiology Procedures, Patient Communication, Radiology Equipment Operation, Quality Imaging, Radiation Safety, Infection Control, Patient Positioning, Documentation, DEXA Training, CPR Certification, Medical Imaging, Team Collaboration, Scheduling, Technical Judgment, Equipment Maintenance, Customer Service

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Details Job Location: 4901 W Reno - Oklahoma City, OK Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Day Description Oklahoma City Indian Clinic (OKCIC) is a non profit corporation that provides culturally sensitive health care to the American Indian population. OKCIC services not only include basic medical care, but also dental, optometry, behavioral health services, fitness, nutrition and other family programs. Our mission is to provide excellent healthcare to American Indians. We do this by putting people first, providing quality services, and maintaining our Integrity and Professionalism. We are looking to add compassionate team players to our growing team as we continue to work toward our goal of becoming the national model for American Indian Health Care. Oklahoma City Indian Clinic is hiring a Radiology Technician to our outstanding Radiology team! The Radiology Technician performs a variety of radiographic procedures and Bone density imaging at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail that requires independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis. Job duties include, but are not limited to: Performs high quality radiology procedures, according to exam protocol. Maintains production and quality imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures. Operates radiology equipment, including: High frequency three-phase equipment, portable equipment, PACS (digital filing system, CD burner, and DEXA equipment. Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to: identify patient services, ensure the correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others and explain procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and obtain patients' cooperation. Instructs and communicates with patients and their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses the patient’s ability to tolerate the exam. Maintains and monitors equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Monitors the use of radiography equipment for proper functioning, promptly reports malfunctions. Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and radiation policies, protocols and techniques. Inputs patient information into RPMS and EHR and performs necessary computer and clerical functions regarding radiology request and proper documentation into the electronic health record. Prepares patient and area for procedure. Positions patient on examining table, moves equipment into specific position, adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors, and adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician. Technologists must be able to touch patients and must be able to manipulate body parts into the proper imaging views in order to reduce position errors. Assures compliance with Radiation Safety Requirements and Standards. Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patients and staff. Uses safety devices such as collimators, lead aprons and shielding to assure maximum radiation safety. Keeps exposure index within manufacturer recommendations. Assists the Medical Imaging supervisor with planning and organizing the departmental activities, including reminder memoranda, PDSA studies and agenda distribution. Assists with scheduling appointments for the department, daily schedules and assisting patients with proper procedure instructions and completing imaging reports. Stocks and maintains orderliness in radiographic exams rooms. Helps with infection control by ensuring that rooms are properly disinfected after each exam. The Oklahoma City Indian Clinic is a non-profit organization and not federal employment. Indian preference hiring laws apply. The Clinic is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation and an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. The Clinic adheres to all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including protections based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, religion, veteran status, and other characteristics as required by federal, state, or local law. For Indian Preference to apply, you must complete the full application and submit a copy of your CDIB card. Qualifications Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, medical marijuana license holders who test positive for marijuana will not be qualified for this position. Must align with OKCIC vision, mission and core values. Associate Degree in Medical/ X-ray OR Bachelors Degree in Medical Imaging and Radiation sciences Must have current ARRT registry in Radiography. 1yr+ work-related experience in diagnostic medical imaging with DEXA training Additional modalities in Mammography and/or CT would be a plus, must be open to crosstraining. Current Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification

Responsibilities

The Radiology Technician performs a variety of radiographic procedures and bone density imaging, ensuring high-quality imaging according to established protocols. They also communicate with patients to explain procedures and maintain safety and cleanliness standards in the work area.