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Health First Radiology Technologist in Palm Bay, Florida
POSITION SUMMARY:
To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Experience, and Stewardship by: Being committed to the Health First I CARE Values: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence; Being engaged and contributing to a positive and productive work environment; Producing quality images; Following all HF, hospital and departmental protocols in a professional, memorable and timely manner; Mentoring the technical development of co-workers and students within a team concept.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Maintain a safe environment for patients/customers, team members and yourself.
- Ensure the correct procedure is performed on the correct patient by verifying two forms of patient identification on “Every Patient / Every Time”.
- Perform “time out” process prior to starting any invasive procedure.
- Adhere to ALARA principles of radiation safety.
- Knowledge regarding location of emergency equipment/supplies and how to use such equipment/supplies.
- Familiar with the Health First Emergency Kardex and responsibilities in relation to specified emergent codes.
- Responsible for hurricane preparedness and your duties as a Health First associate.
- Follow Infection Control policies and procedures; practice aseptic and sterile techniques.
- Effectively document and communicate pertinent and required information.
- Report malfunctioning equipment to the appropriate department, fellow associate and management in a timely manner.
- Accurately complete all required documentation/forms – written/electronic (ex: patient history, pregnancy, IV contrast, procedural consent, MAR, safety portal, medication reconciliation, PACS.
- Review exam orders from medical charts and/or prescriptions prior to performing an exam.
- Obtain pertinent patient history from the requisition, the patient, the medical chart or other sources.
- Perform procedure protocols, produce images consistent with image quality standards and follow all Federal, State and Regional healthcare regulations and adhere to Joint Commission/ACR standards.
- Properly position patients and uses appropriate technique.
- Assure that exam rooms are clean, neat, stocked and disinfected; and that equipment is clean, disinfected and ready for the next patient encounter.
- Follow proper image retrieval and file processes.
- Participate in quality initiatives and offer suggestions for departmental improvements including departmental protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Accept additional responsibilities to assist with reaching departmental goals/initiatives.
- Attend staff meetings/in-services as required. Reads and signs off on all staff meeting minutes as required.
- Properly identifies, prepares and/or administers medications that are within the technologist’s scope of practice as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
*Customer Experience: *
- Communicate effectively with customers (patients, LIP, other Health First associates, the public, etc.) using excellent customer relation skills at all times. o Provide appropriate pre and post procedure education to each patient. o Respond appropriately to patient/family concerns or complaints. o Demonstrate sensitivity to patient privacy and dignity.
- Practices the “I-CARE PROMISE” o I - I will Introduce myself and my role. o C - I will Clarify what I will be doing. o A - I will Ask if there are any questions. o R - I will Respond with information and concern. o E - I will go the Extra mile.
*Stewardship: *
- Utilize supplies/equipment with care in a safe, proficient and cost effective manner.
- Ensure computer data is appropriately entered for each procedure, – charged completely and appropriately for all procedure(s) performed and supplies used.
- Demonstrate effective time management skills
- Complete jobs/tasks in a timely and concise manner.
- Willingly assist in other areas of the department and hospital or act as a Health First representative when needed to do so.
- Utilize Kronos time clock system properly; report to work area on time and follow break and lunch policies.
- Maintain flexibility, adapt to changes in workflow processes and the needs of the Health First organization based upon fluctuations in patient volume.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- Education: o Graduate of a Joint Review Committee approved Radiologic Technology program, or equivalent approved school of Radiologic Technology.
- Licenses and Certifications: o Possess a current Florida State License as a General Radiographer. o Possess a current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T.) registration or be registry eligible. o Must hold current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintain.
- Knowledge and Skills: o Computer-related skills deemed pertinent for optimal technical performance. o Excellent oral and written communication skills. o Ability to report to department within 30 minutes when on call.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Able to walk, bend, stoop, reach, and lift throughout their shift.
- Able to move, lift, or position patients as required.
- Able to push wheelchairs, stretchers, and beds.
- Dependable and flexible in relation to covering required shifts.
- Able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted, several times per day.
- Able to wear lead aprons for extended periods of time.
MENTAL DEMANDS:
- Able to work effectively and efficiently in a stressful work environment.
- Able to respond to life threatening situations.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Exhibit professional code of conduct and ethical principles.
- Demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to relate well to all customers.
Job: *Radiology
Organization: *Palm Bay Hospital
Title: Radiology Technologist
Location: Florida - Brevard County-Palm Bay
Requisition ID: 075790