About the Role
Performs a variety of radiologic procedures at a technical level, assuming responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required. Rotates on-call as needed. Frequent contact with acutely ill patients; exposure to surgical procedures, body fluids, and radiation.
Responsibilities
- Must be mentally flexible when dealing with coworkers, students, radiologists and other healthcare workers.
- Obtains and assesses a patient's pertinent clinical information.
- Consistently produces diagnostic quality radiographs by using proper technical factors and patient positioning.
- Facilitates efficient patient flow.
- Completes, in an accurate and timely manner, all patient documentation (i.e., exam charging, patient insurance, and maintenance of day log).
- Shows empathy and compassion to patients at all times.
- Operates all equipment properly and efficiently, and under safe radiation guidelines.
- Performs venipuncture for contrast injections, and can assess vital signs as needed.
- Maintains good communication amongst team members and other departments to maximize excellent patient care.
- Meets performance expectations for customer service, teamwork, resource utilization, and staff and self development as outlined in performance review.
- Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department/unit.
Requirements
- Must be a High School Graduate or have a G.E.D.
- Satisfactorily completed a formal Radiologic Technology Program in an AMA approved school.
- Meets requirements for Registry by the ARRT.
- Two (2) to three (3) months on the job experience gained through an accredited Radiology Technology Program.
- Must hold a current Connecticut State License in Radiologic Technology or obtain licensure as soon as they become registered.
- Must be licensed and registered within six months of date of hire.
- Must be A.R.R.T. Registered (R), or Registry Eligible.
Skills
- Radiologic Procedures
- Venipuncture
- Assess Vital Signs
- Customer Service
- Teamwork
- Resource Utilization
- Staff and Self Development
- ARRT Registered (R)
- Registry Eligible
Experience Level
- 2-3 months experience
Education Level
- High School Graduate or G.E.D.
- Formal Radiologic Technology Program
About the Company
- To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Equal Opportunity
- EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
