Radiology Technologist/CT

Locations: Ganado, AZ Type:Tribal Salary Range:Salary Negotiable Open Period:1/1/2023 until filled Summary:Affordable Health Insurance, 403B Pension Plan, Traditional Healing Reimbursement, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, AD&D, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Recognition Program, PTO & Paid Holiday with (2) Floating Holidays, Wellness Center Membership, Child Care Services, Onsite Housing for eligible positions, and Loan Repayment Program More info about area: Job Announcement Flyer: Duties:
• Assist with radiology functions of a patient care facility, including planning and development of department policy and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable tribal, state, federal laws, policies, and regulations.
• Operate all fixed and portable radiographic systems.
• Perform duties vital to Diagnostic Radiology and CT services for Outpatient, Inpatient and Emergency Departments.
• Assure all patient orders, lab work and consent forms are complete in a timely manner.
• Identify and review each patient's requisition, either hard copy or in the computer system, for consistency of examination ordered with clinical diagnosis.
• Assess patient condition, ensure patient safety through proper use of table straps and other support devices.
• Identify anatomical orientation on all required images and ensure proper film identification on all images.
• Coordinate exams with other modalities in order to ensure patients are processed through the department as efficiently as possible.
• Ensure accurate documentation on patients' chart (i.e., patients full name, chart number, date of birth and examinations performed, etc.).
• Maintain accurate daily patient log documentation.
• Initiate applicable "incident reports" in the Meditech Expanse system by end of shift; and report incomplete and incorrect examinations to the incoming shift and to the Medical Imaging Supervisor.
• Transport patients to other departments as needed.
• Respond to on call services in a timely manner.
• Prevent excessive radiation doses to the patient and Sage Memorial staff by utilizing A.L.A.R.A. and adhering to department policies.
• Assist with quality and safety programs and ensure compliance with hospital accreditation requirements.
• Participate in development and review program goals and objectives for the Medical Imaging department
• Assist with reviews on the Radiology's Quality Assurance program, which complies with The Joint Commission and Arizona State Statues and conforms with NHF/SMH Quality Assurance plan.
• Maintain cooperative communication with other departments.
• Communicate with Patient Accounting, when necessary to assure billing is timely and current.
• Assist with inventory control and maintain equipment assigned to the department.
• Maintain accurate record on equipment preventive maintenance and quality control as necessary.
• Please see Job Description for full details Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates degree or certification preferred in X-ray and CT.
• Two (2) years progressive work experience in Radiology; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification in American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography and Computed Tomography.
• Arizona Department of Health Services license as a Certified Radiologic Technologist and Computerized Tomography Technologist.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for Healthcare Providers.
• Must be able to successfully pass the Employee Health Program requirements and background investigation. Work Type:Permanent, Full Announcement :MED-23-00001