Radiology Technician

NEEDED: RADIOLOGY TECHNICIAN

LOCATION: 2425 S 200th St., SeaTac, WA 98198

STATUS: Part-Time

HOURS: 24 Hours per week, 8 hours per day, 3 days per week

QUALIFICATIONS:

• US CITIZEN – We do not sponsor HB visas.
• Must have successfully completed a Radiology Technician training program through a post-secondary school or college accredited by a regional or national accrediting organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, and acceptable by the Washington Department of Health under RCW 18.84.080.
• Must hold a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a Radiologic Technologist from the State of Washington.
• Have at least 6 months of applicable experience as evidenced on their resume,
• Provide two (2) letters of reference,
• Hold a current CPR certification.
• Must possess knowledge of methods, techniques, and procedures to perform job activities on various types of medical equipment and automated systems.
• Must also possess knowledge of safety principles and infection control in the patient care environment.
• Possess the ability to relate and deal effectively with Physicians, peers, inmates, and others; and, to recognize, report, and record changes in patient's physical and emotional condition.

DUTIES: Radiology Technicianshall be capable of performing any and all radiology procedures needed without any technical support. The current radiological equipment provided at the FDC SeaTac is a digital machine. Knowledge of digital equipment is preferred but not required.

• Perform routine radiologic procedures ordered by the medical staff
• Evaluate radiographic equipment for calibrations and repairs
• Possess knowledge of basic emergency situations that may occur during special radiographic procedures
• Schedule exams; maintain records, scan results into the inmate's electronic medical record (BEMR)
• Possess knowledge of various pathological abnormalities as demonstrated by radiographic imaging
• Independently assess and select technical exposure factors and positions necessary to obtain a proper quality diagnostic exam.
• Receive patients and explain procedures to alleviate undue anxiety
• Independently perform all radiographic procedures, i.e., chest, bone, skull, spines, and portable x-rays, etc.
• Notify Radiologist, or referring Physician of any preliminary abnormalities seen while patient is undergoing an exam, so that additional views, or exams can be ordered if needed
• Coordinate transfer of patient radiologic records to ensure continuity of care
• Work with Clinical Director to ensure monitoring and evaluation activities are completed
• Act as liaison between radiologist and medical staff
• Receive training and orientation and comply with correctional techniques as they pertain to medical services
• Develop a working knowledge of FDC SeaTac's medical protocols
• Wear outer protective clothing and obey CDC universal precautions at all times
• Function in other duties commensurate of a Radiological Technician
• Computerization and printing of daily log
• Computerization and printing of exam requisitions
• Print all folder and exam labels
• Complete all x-ray studies ordered by the medical staff
• Assist the staff with maintenance of equipment and supplies,
• Notify staff when supplies are needed,
• Conduct quality assurance tests and daily maintenance on x-ray equipment, as needed
• Assist with FDA inspections and prepare for Joint Commission and program review, as needed
• Assure that all x-ray requests are completed properly
• Computerization of patient logs and repeat analysis

BENEFITS: Competitive hourly pay rate, 401K opportunity, Healthcare benefits contribution.