American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Diagnostic Radiology, Documentation, Electronic Medical Records, Emergency Response, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Equipment Safety, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Healthcare Providers, High School Diploma, Image Management, Infection Control, Intravenous Injections, Intravenous Therapies, Medical Treatment, Medicine, Modality, Patient Care, Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), Privacy Controls, Publications, Quality Assurance, Radiation Safety, Radiology, Radiology Information System (RIS), Safety Standards, Schedule Development, Time Management
USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.
Responsibilities:
- Perform CT scans according to physician orders and established imaging protocols.
- Verify patient identity, medical history, and examination requests.
- Explain procedures and answer patient questions
- Position patients correctly to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
- Operate CT scanners and related imaging equipment safely and efficiently.
- Administer IV contrast media when qualified and monitor patients for adverse reactions.
- Follow radiation safety principles (ALARA) to minimize patient and staff exposure.
- Evaluate image quality and repeat scans when necessary.
- Document procedures accurately in the electronic medical record and PACS/RIS systems.
- Maintain equipment, perform quality assurance checks, and report equipment issues.
- Respond to emergency and trauma imaging requests as needed.
- Maintain infection control and patient privacy standards (HIPAA).
- May assist with training or Radiology and CT students.
- Performs a variety or related digital image management tasks as necessary. i.e. exceptions, annotations.
- Prepares patient for intravenous (IV) injections: starting the IV and maintaining access.
- Administers IV contrast per approved protocols.
- Maintains competency in point of care testing (POCT) for creatinine/eGFR testing.
- Recognizes and appropriately responds to extravasation of IV contrast, ensuring proper treatment and notifying the patient's healthcare provider.
- Performs visual preventive safety inspections of all equipment used and communicates problems to supervisor/manager/director.
- Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of the department.
- Completes all aspects of a patient's exam, including ensuring images are available for physician review on PACS in a timely manner, charging procedures and supplies, documenting contrast usage, and documenting history or additional notes.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and/or participating in professional societies.
- Completes all mandatory educational requirements in a timely manner.
- Accepts and completes all duties positively and without conflict.
- Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements
- Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards
- Regular and prompt attendance
- Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required
- Related duties as assigned
Additional Information:
Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent, successful completion of an approved course in Radiologic Technology, 1 year of experience conducting routine diagnostic procedures, and completion of an approved program in advanced modality or 1 year of experience in advanced modality. Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic Technology may substitute for up to one year of experience in conducting routine diagnostic procedures Required
- ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Registry in Diagnostic Radiology within 1 Year Required
- Advanced registry is highly preferred and may be required for certain modalities
- BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
- Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong technical and critical-thinking skills. HighStrong technical and critical-thinking skills. High
- Excellent patient care and communication. HighExcellent patient care and communication. High
- Ability to work independently and as a part of multidisciplinary team. HighAbility to work independently and as a part of multidisciplinary team. High
- Attention to detail and ability to perform in fastpaced emergency and inpatient settings. HighAttention to detail and ability to perform in fastpaced emergency and inpatient settings. High
- Physical ability to assist with patient transfers and prolonged standing. HighPhysical ability to assist with patient transfers and prolonged standing. High
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.