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Registered Radiologic Technologist – Radiology

Registered Radiologic Technologist – Radiology

CompanyAdventist HealthCare
LocationNorth Bethesda, MD, USA
Salary$39 – $39
TypeFull-Time
DegreesAssociate’s
Experience LevelJunior

Requirements

  • High school or GED
  • Graduate of an AMA/JRCERT Accredited school of Radiography/and OR associate degree in Radiologic Technology (preferred)
  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) R.T.(R)
  • State of Maryland Radiation Technologist license
  • Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Responsibilities

  • Perform diagnostic imaging studies including portables, fluoroscopy and OR cases
  • Properly identify patients, review orders and select diagnostic x-ray protocol in order to maximize quality and safe patient care
  • Accurately perform documentations in all computer systems applicable to diagnostic x-ray (HIS, RIS, PACS, Envision)
  • Assist the radiologists in fluoroscopic procedures
  • Knowledgeable and practices ALARA principles including proper shielding of patients
  • Understand types, amount and administration of various contrast media and is able to react in response to adverse contrast reactions
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment
  • Perform ‘front desk’ and ‘transporter’ responsibilities as required to ensure optimal patient care
  • Maintain schedule with a flexible attitude to accommodate variable volume
  • Assist in orienting new employees, and training radiography students
  • Participate in PI projects and other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

  • 1 year’s radiography experience preferred