Radiology Technologist Per Diem at GENTIVA CERTIFIED HEALTHCARE CORP DBA KINDRED

, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jun, 26

Salary

32.91

Posted On

05 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Radiography, Fluoroscopy, Data Acquisition, Contrast Medication Administration, Radiation Safety, Infection Control, Image Evaluation, Patient History Correlation, Image Postprocessing, Medical Records Maintenance, Emergency Response, Patient Care, Technical Factor Optimization, ALARA Principles

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates. Job Summary Administers ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. Performs a full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures and acquires and analyzes data needed for diagnosis at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. Prepares, administers, and documents activities related to contrast medications and radiation exposure in accordance with state laws, regulations, and company policy. Essential Functions Receive, relay and document verbal, facsimile, electronic and/or telephone orders in the patient’s chart as permitted by state and company policies. Provide education and prepare patients for procedures. Select the appropriate protocol and optimize technical factors while maximizing patient safety. Apply principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self and others. Apply three basic principles of radiation safety: time, distance and shielding. Observe patient and machine during procedure and report any unexpected outcomes. Clean and disinfect x-ray room and equipment as per infection control policy. Evaluate images for proper positioning and determine if additional images will improve the procedure or treatment outcome. Evaluate images for technical quality and ensure proper identification is recorded. Corroborate a patient’s clinical history with the procedure and ensure information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner. Postprocess images and data. Verify archival storage of exam data. Assist in maintaining medical records while respecting confidentiality and established policy. Identify and respond to emergency situations. Follow process for managing equipment and physical environment to ensure a safe working environment. Communicate issues, concerns, and opportunities for improvement to immediate supervisor routinely. Work cooperatively as a team member with co-workers in all departments of the hospital. Apply principles of patient safety during all aspects of patient care. Provide optimal patient care. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Approximate percent of time required to travel 0%25 Must read, write and speak fluent English. Must have good and regular attendance. Performs other related duties as assigned. Pay Range: $24.45 - $32.91/Hr ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Education Graduate from an accredited institution in medical radiography. Licenses/Certification The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration. Current BLS certification. State certifications/licensure as required by the state in which employed Experience One year experience in diagnostic imaging preferred.

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Responsibilities

The technologist administers ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes, performing a full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures while acquiring and analyzing necessary diagnostic data. Essential functions include preparing, administering, and documenting contrast medications and radiation exposure while ensuring patient safety and optimal image quality.