Academic Research, Clinical Assessment, Communication Skills, Employee Orientation, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Film, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Hospital, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Leadership, Manual Dexterity, Medical Assistance, Medical Equipment, Medication Administration, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Physical Demands, Procedure Development, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Radiation Safety, Radiography, Radiology, State Laws and Regulations
Overview
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
This position is responsible for performing radiographic procedures involving the application of ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Performs radiographic procedures. Critiques images to maintain quality control.
- Selects film, adjusts and programs a variety of film changes, including cinefluorography, and may process cassettes.
- Maintains the necessary precautions to prevent excessive exposure to radiation.
- Assesses patient vital signs and condition when indicated during exams.
- Reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
- Prepares, cleans and stocks rooms with supplies and linens.
- Performs limited radiological exams based on guidelines set by the Department of Radiology.
- May assist in orienting new employees or students regarding functions of the department.
- May participate on department and hospital committees, and provide in-service training to hospital staff.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Demonstrated knowledge of radiation safety, basic patient care, QA/QC of images, and use of x-ray equipment.
- Ability to work under the supervision of a radiologist or radiology practitioner.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills are also required.
- Ability to report equipment failure to appropriate department personnel for immediate attention or serviced by an equipment technician.
- Demonstrated authority to utilize their own discretion in selecting proper cassette size, exposure factors and the ability to correct exposure problems.
- Ability to balance and prioritize the work load requirements of the day while maintaining the needs of the department and providing flexibility to assist physicians in completing examinations.
Qualifications
Licenses Required
- Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
- Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Practical Technologist in the State of Utah.
- Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Qualifications (Preferred)
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
- This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving patients or objects, such as medical equipment, while providing patient care.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Climbing, Lifting, Manual Dexterity, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking
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University of Utah
The state’s oldest and largest institution of higher education, the University of Utah is the flagship university of the state. The University offers more than 100 undergraduate and 90 graduate degree programs to more than 31,000 students (23,500 undergraduate and 7,500 graduate). The University is noted for its high research profile, its diversity of ideas and people, its stunningly beautiful setting and the warmth, friendliness, and collegiality of its faculty staff, and students. Imagine yourself working in a collaborative, creative, respectful environment where everyone’s contribution is needed and appreciated – University of Utah!