Local Contract Radiology Technologist
Rochester, NY
Equiliem
5x8 hrs, Days

Short Description:
5x8hr Days, on call/callback/holiday per unit needs;

*** Will consider 6 month contractors ***


On Call: 5-7 call shifts per 7 week time block (2-4 of these days will be weekend call)

PRIMARY DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:



Demonstrates competence in selecting exposure
factors, positioning and consistently produces radiologic images of diagnostic
quality. Works cooperatively with all members of the department to resolve
problems

expediently.



Displays flexibility, team spirit, compassion,
respect, politeness and accountability when dealing with customers. Demonstrates
awareness of and sensitivity for patient’s rights in all interfaces with

patients.



AREAS OF EMPHASIS






·
Instructs and
prepares patients for examinations and assists Radiologist during procedures.


·
Demonstrates
competence and proficiency in operation of all equipment and reports
malfunctions to manager or lead.


·
Completes all
assigned procedures in a timely manner and uses time between procedures to department advantage-assisting
others and or assisting with room turnover


·
Employee
understands his/her role on maintaining medication security to authorized personnel only.


·
Demonstrates
competency in providing health care services in own job category to all age groups.


·
Demonstrates
competency in interpersonal relationships to all age groups.






DOCUMENTATION/INFORMATION
MANAGEMENT


·
Demonstrates
competency in the use of Hospital information System (HIS), Radiology Information System (RIS) and PACS.


·
Participates in
hospital performance improvement activities (BPI projects, task forces,

etc.) when warranted.


· Demonstrate confidentiality using own password and all patient care modules.

Answers telephone inquiries of a technical nature from physicians or hospital personnel in other areas of the hospital while maintaining
good phone etiquette.

Requirements:
·BLS (American
Heart Association ONLY)

·Two (2) years’
experience

·NYS License (or
able to obtain prior to start)

ARRT

Preferred:
·VIR Certified-preferred