RAYUS Radiology, formerly Center for Diagnostic Imaging, is looking for a Float C-arm Technologistto join our team. As a Float C-arm Technologist, you willoperate C-armand X-ray equipmentin assigned modality(s) to produce images of the patient's body for diagnostic purposes, assuring that services are provided to patients and referring specialists within professional standards at multiple centers within the market.This is a fulltime position working Monday-Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm or 8:30am-5:00pm (no call), includes weekend rotation. Will cross train in another modality in the future (willing to train in CT or MRI). This position has the option of working part-time (30-39 hours/week) in a 0.8 or 0.9 status.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(80%) Patient Imaging
- Performs routine and advanced procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats
- Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contraindications pertaining to the examination
- Explains and prepares patients for procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure and positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately scanned
- Adjusts scan parameters correctly and as needed
- Maintains positive attitude and working relationships with radiologist, referring customers and other associates and peers
- Converses with doctors, nurses, patients and family members as required
- Follows physicians' orders precisely and conforms to safety regulations to protect themselves, their patients, and coworkers
- Accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)
- Maintains an orderly and clean work area promoting good safety habits for patients and co-workers
(15%) Imaging Support
- Maintains equipment in good working order; cleans and disinfects equipment after each use
- Participates in staff meetings with employee involvement
- Assists in maintaining an updated radiographic protocol manual
- Assists with training of new associates, providing resource and technical expertise
(5%) Performs other duties as assigned