Radiology Technologist

Position Summary:

The Radiology Technologist performs reception and clerical duties, diagnostic procedures as ordered, limited to chest, elbows and below, and knees and below.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of equipment to minimize hazards of electric shock, burns and extraneous radiation to patients.
• Determines most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly.
• Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures.
• Demonstrates ability to use computer system.
• Completes all work before assignments in a timely manner
• Performs all quality control checks, as prescribed.
• Maintains accurate QC logs, service records, etc.
• Performs highest quality imaging consistent with prescribed examination; documents and deviation. Adheres to departmental protocols.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family.
• Understands and practices proper use of all equipment; never operates equipment inconsistent with manufacturer's instruction.
• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient.
• Must be acquainted with local fire and safety regulations.
• Demonstrates knowledge of practice policies
• Demonstrates competency in utilizing department equipment. Can locate images in system and assists others in finding patients in system. Burns patient CD’s and prints patient films upon request.
• Properly enters patient demographic, accession, and exam information into computer system, with minimal errors.
• Completes a contrast exam checklist prior to exam. Records patient contrast administration information on contrast usage forms. Properly files paperwork in accordance with departmental policy.
• Cleans and stocks work area after every shift.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Completion of AMA accredited radiology program
• One (1) year experience as a Radiology Technologist
• Maintains certification with ARRT
• BLS certification

About Steward Health Care
Over a decade ago, Steward Health Care System emerged as a different kind of health care company designed to usher in a new era of wellness. One that provides our patients better, more proactive care at a sustainable cost, our providers unrivaled coordination of care, and our communities greater prosperity and stability.

As the country's largest physician-led, minority-owned, integrated health care system, our doctors can be certain that we share their interests and those of their patients. Together we are on a mission to revolutionize the way health care is delivered - creating healthier lives, thriving communities and a better world.

Based in Dallas, Steward currently operates more than 30 hospitals across Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas.

For more information, visit steward.org

Steward Health Care is proud to be a minority, physician owned organization. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are at the foundation of the care we provide, the community services we support and all our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.