X Ray Tech PRN Ortho Office

Responsible for performing a variety of imaging procedures while observing patient safety protocol.Functions as the first line interface with patients in the successful accomplishment of their imaging needs.

As a full-service healthcare organization with a growing presence in southwest Ohio, our community and the patients we serve come first. We're proud to have a strong, proactive, change-adaptive team dedicated to excellent care.

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• Certified as a General XD-Ray Machine Operator (GXMO). 
• Licensed as a Registered Radiologic Technologist by the State of Ohio and registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Essentials Duties and Responsibilities:

• ·Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of equipment to minimize hazards of electric shock, burns and extraneous radiation to patients
• ·Responsible for safe handling of equipment.
• ·Instructs and prepares patients for radiographic and/or fluoroscopic examinations.
• ·Assesses patient’s understanding of process and informed consent of invasive procedures.
• ·Assesses, evaluates and informs physician of changes in patient’s condition during exam.
• ·Works under the direction of the Radiologist at all times.
• ·Selects appropriate equipment to use for procedure.
• ·Determines most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly.
• ·Able to perform special radiographic examinations requiring special equipment and procedures such as: intravenous pyelograms, intravenous cholangiograms, hysterosalpingograms, tomograms, cholangiography, arthrograms, myelograms, hip winnings and vascular procedures in surgery
• ·Programs portable or stationary x-ray machines and produces radiographs for a variety of examinations.
• ·Sends all information to PACS efficiently and effectively.
• ·Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures.
• ·Assists in maintaining basic records and reports.
• ·Assists in maintaining files.
• ·Assists in training of students and ancillary personnel.
• ·Takes x-ray call and works the appropriate weekend according to monthly schedule after the closing of the regular department hours.
• ·Works required Holiday(s).
• ·Is acquainted with local fire and safety regulations.
• ·Must possess knowledge of hospital policies and the functions of the other departments
• ·Practices continuing Infection Control with proper equipment and room cleaning, in order to provide a safe environment for all patients, at all times.
• ·Maintains regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and JC regulations related to the Radiology Services Department and, as appropriate, to the facility.
• ·Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
• ·Wears identification and dosimeter while on duty
• ·Participates in CQI activities and clerical responsibilities, as needed

Hours: PRN, Ortho Office