Imaging Tech - PRN

Full-time - Entry Level

Hutchinson, KS

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About the position

Perform procedures to obtain diagnostic radiographic images, facilitating the correct diagnosis by the Radiologist. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

Responsibilities

• Conduct themselves in a respectful and professional manner in all interactions using Hutchinson Regional Medical Center's Mission Statement and Core Values as a guide.
• Ensure proper patient identity by checking two forms of identification per hospital policy, and confirming physician orders.
• Attend and complete all mandatory meetings and in-services, as well as assigned continuing education.
• Complete and maintain departmental competency checklists.
• Effectively utilize resources and time.
• Identify and report issues and concerns to effectively solve problems.
• Show interest, and actively participate in Process Improvement projects, both departmentally and hospital wide.
• Be able to collaborate with others in a team environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Demonstrate an ability to effectively listen and communicate with medical professionals, students, patients and families.
• Show accountability through adherence to all hospital policies referenced in the employee handbook, such as but not limited to attendance, dress code, etc.
• Abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Serve a population newborn through geriatric.

Requirements

• Demonstrates knowledge of human anatomy and proper radiological positioning in accordance with departmental protocols.
• Demonstrates competency in ensuring patient safety.
• Completes continuing education biannually in accordance with Kansas State and ARRT regulations for current licensing and registration purposes.
• Demonstrates ability to verify physician orders, insure proper reason for procedures and safely administer imaging contrast agents.
• Effectively communicates the exam requirements, risks and benefits to ease anxiety and obtain informed consent.
• Uses proper radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation dose to patients, fetus, staff, and self in accordance with the ALARA principle.
• Demonstrates leadership skills.
• Mentors other staff members and students.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Generous benefit package