What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rad Tech II position at Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare?
Summary
The Rad Tech II is responsible for operating imaging equipment to perform procedures to a specified patient population. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
Education/Experience/Licensure
Education/Formal Training
Work Experience
Credential/Licensure
REQUIRED:
Completion of a formal education
program in radiography accredited by a mechanism acceptable to
ARRT.
Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Rad Tech.
- Certification and registration as R.T.(R) ARRT.
- State license in accordance with regulations in thestate where work is performed.
- Effective June 1, 2018: New Hires and Current Associates are required to have BLS Certification.
PREFERRED:
N/A
N/A
N/A
SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED:
N/A
N/A
N/A
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers.
- Demonstrated clinical competencies in radiography imaging equipment and procedures.
- Basic knowledge of radiology information systems (RIS, HIS, and PACS preferred).
Key Job Responsibilities
- Performs quality radiologic procedures using appropriate technical and safety methods.
- Assists in the development of others through guidance and teaching. Promotes professional practice of all members of the radiological services team.
- Responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.
- Effectively manages resources such as supplies and equipment. Plans work and completes job responsibilities in an efficient and productive manner.
- Demonstrates professional work behavior and excellent customer service routinely in all interactions.
Physical Requirements
- The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
- Must have good balance and coordination.
- The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
- The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
- Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
- Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
- Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.