Radiology Technician PRN

This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2475352 Under the direction of the department manager, performs interpretive, patient care, and technical functions to insure proper radiologic diagnosis of patients. Essential Job Functions: - Receives and reviews requests for radiologic studies - Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements. - Explains and prepares the patient for all radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. - Interviews patients and reviews available clinical data from charts to alert nurses and/or physicians to possible contradictions for procedure. - Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and effects of disease processes to properly and safety position the patient for maximum diagnostic yield. - Operates highly complex radiographic equipment within the radiology department, operating suites and at the patient's bedside, selecting technical factors to ensure high-quality radiographs using the A.L.A.R.A. (as low as reasonable achievable) standards. - Maintains radiographic equipment and rooms in proper working condition. Reports malfunctions and necessary repairs to supervisory personnel. - Assists with examination of higher complexity such as arteriography, pyelography, etc. - Performs work of equal skill, effort, and responsibility as directed and may perform work of a higher level in preparation for increased responsibility - Follows hospital exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens. - Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times. Follows HIPAA regulations and policies. - Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function. - Communicate with patients, families and co-workers in person, in writing and on telephone. Minimum Qualifications: - Must be a graduate of an approved two year program. - Six months to be fully proficient preferred. - ARRT registered or registry eligible. PRN, as needed SMH is EOE