Interventional Radiological Technologist jobs in Edmond, OK

Description

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:  Clinic- Imaging Department  

SUPERVISOR: Imaging Coordinator 

SALARY RANGE:  $23.00 - $33.00 hourly

FLSA: Non-Exempt 

ALL FULL TIME POSITIONS:     In addition to your pay, your salary also includes Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance. The Biweekly deduction from employee paycheck is $40.00 for Employee Only, $95.00 Employee plus Children, $120.00 Employee plus Spouse, and $140.00 Employee plus family.  

CPN Health Services personnel may be assigned to provide services to patients of all ages including but not limited to Indian Children and will require a criminal history background screening.

JOB SUMMARY:  This position is responsible for digital film radiography of the head, neck, spine, chest, and extremities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

· Prepares room, equipment, and materials as needed for patients.

· Cleans and disinfects mammography room and equipment.

· Assesses the developmental needs of patients from infant to geriatric and adjusts service, treatment and instruction appropriately.

· Follows prescribed techniques in administering general and specific radiology exams. (adjusts equipment; determines proper voltage, current and desired exposure time; arranges immobilization and support devices to obtain position of patient, adjust lead shield, uses collimation of x-ray beam, utilizes accessory equipment to acquire images and selects a proper image size.)

· Review and evaluate x-rays to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.

· Explains procedures to patients to insure safety and comfort during the procedure.

· Knowledgeable in DR techniques.

· Knowledgeable in radiological quality control.

· Prepares images for a reading by radiologist.

· Knowledgeable in the teleradiology system in use.

· Knowledgeable in I H S/RIS system of RPMS.

· Assists in care and maintenance of facilities, equipment and supplies. 

· Keeps work area clean. Maintains stock supplies and performs general office duties; writes reports and schedules patients for examinations.

· Participates in clinic wide quality improvement activities and programs as directed.

· Gives patient instructions as to the type of preparation needed for all types of imaging examinations.

· Responsible for entering reports after read by radiologist.

RADIATION SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Checking aprons and other shielding devices for cracks or leaks in lead.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 

· Perform other duties and projects as required by Administration and Management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR CONSIDERATION: 

· Must have a High School diploma or GED equivalent.

· A graduate of an approved school of radiology technology.

Registered with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

· Long term standing or sitting

· Repetitive computer work

· Bending, stretching, kneeling and moderate to heavy lifting is required

· May be seated for prolonged periods of time

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

General clinical environment with frequent exposure to chemicals, blood borne pathogens and patient body fluids.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this position. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.