RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST Job Opening
RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST
Elliot Health System
• Londonderry, New Hampshire
Category: Medical Technologist
- POSITION SUMMARY: Per Diem, as needed in Londonderry, NHThe practice of radiography is performed by a segment of health care professionals responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. A radiographer performs radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by, or by the request of, a licensed independent practitioner.
- KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs radiography procedures based on the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) “Radiography Practice Standards” and the ASRT “Code of Ethics”.
- Understands and adheres to departmental exam protocols.
- Actively participates in quality control and quality assurance activities using the “APIE” model.
- Completes annual mandatory education on time.
- Performs venipuncture.
- Prepares, administers, and documents activities related to contrast (medication).
- REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Demonstrates an understanding of human anatomy, human physiology, pathology, pharmacology, computer technology, basic patient care and assessment techniques, radiation physics, radiation biology, radiation protection, and medical terminology.
- Maintains a high degree of accuracy in positioning and exposure technique.
- Maintains knowledge about radiation protection, safety and current scanning protocols.
- Assists the licensed practitioner in the completion of interventional procedures.
- Prepares, administers, and documents activities related to contrast (medication).
- EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE
- Education: Completion of formal Radiological Technologist training from an AMA approved school required.
- Experience: Twenty-four (24) month clinical internship required.
- Certification/Licensure: Ability to obtain BLS qualification during orientation period and maintain during employment. ARRT certification required. ARRT eligible candidates will be considered for hire with the expectation that certification will be obtained within twelve (12) months of hire.
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