Radiology Technologist Associate Atrium Health Lincoln PRN
Job DescriptionJob Summary Performs a variety of patient care duties and other professional activities as needed to facilitate patient care and treatment.
Performs under the supervision of a radiology technologist.
Assists in monitoring the flow of patient activities in the department.
Essential Functions Performs basic diagnostic x-rays supervised by a radiology technologist.
Identifies and assists patients with questions about procedures.
Prepares patients for exam and ensures patient safety in the absence of the radiology technologist.
Obtains medications, radiopharmaeceuticals, or contrast media materials as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized/certified technologist or registered nurse.
Assists physicians and technologists in the performance of diagnostic exams based on assigned modality and career pursuits (Rad/Fluro, CT, IR, Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, PET, Ultrasound) to include procedures requiring the administration of contrast media.
Retrieves patient orders and requisitions while supporting administrative or miscellaneous work tasks in the RIS, EMR, or other standard applications required in the workflow for diagnostic exams.
Assists patients to restrooms, with bedpans, urinals and other ancillary clinical support needs as required.
Assists with administrative duties, quality assurance, safety, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
Physical Requirements Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies.
Occasional standing, walking, and sitting during normal operation.
Frequently may be required to stretch, bend twist, squat or kneel in the daily operation of the assigned clinical area.
May be exposed to various physical conditions throughout the day such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, being near moving equipment.
Required to use radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure to ionizing radiation, MRI safety, and infection control as dictated by the procedural area.
Education, Experience and Certifications High School Diploma or GED with preliminary coursework toward a certificate or degree in a medical imaging field.
Clinical experience based on the educational program affiliated with the pursuit of career in medical imaging; Medical clerical skills preferred.
Positions About Us Atrium Health is one of the nation's leading healthcare organizations, connecting patients with on-demand care, world-class specialists and the region's largest primary care network.
A recognized leader in healthcare delivery, quality and innovation, our foundation rests on providing clinically excellent and compassionate care.
We've been serving our community since 1940, when we opened our doors as Charlotte Memorial Hospital.
Since then, our network has grown to include more than 40 hospitals and 900 care locations ranging from doctors' offices to behavioral health centers to nursing homes.
Our focus:
Delivering the highest quality patient care, supporting medical research and education, and joining with partners outside our walls to keep our community healthy.
About the Team Our Mission Statement, Vision and Values Our Mission:
To improve health, elevate hope and advance healing - for all.
Our Vision:
To be the first and best choice for care.
Our Values:
We recognize that employees are our most valuable asset.
We have identified four core values we hold in the highest regard:
caring, commitment, integrity and teamwork.
Recommended Skills Certified Nurse Practitioner Clinical Works Health Care Infection Control Nuclear Medicine Quality Management Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Performs under the supervision of a radiology technologist.
Assists in monitoring the flow of patient activities in the department.
Essential Functions Performs basic diagnostic x-rays supervised by a radiology technologist.
Identifies and assists patients with questions about procedures.
Prepares patients for exam and ensures patient safety in the absence of the radiology technologist.
Obtains medications, radiopharmaeceuticals, or contrast media materials as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized/certified technologist or registered nurse.
Assists physicians and technologists in the performance of diagnostic exams based on assigned modality and career pursuits (Rad/Fluro, CT, IR, Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, PET, Ultrasound) to include procedures requiring the administration of contrast media.
Retrieves patient orders and requisitions while supporting administrative or miscellaneous work tasks in the RIS, EMR, or other standard applications required in the workflow for diagnostic exams.
Assists patients to restrooms, with bedpans, urinals and other ancillary clinical support needs as required.
Assists with administrative duties, quality assurance, safety, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
Physical Requirements Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies.
Occasional standing, walking, and sitting during normal operation.
Frequently may be required to stretch, bend twist, squat or kneel in the daily operation of the assigned clinical area.
May be exposed to various physical conditions throughout the day such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, being near moving equipment.
Required to use radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure to ionizing radiation, MRI safety, and infection control as dictated by the procedural area.
Education, Experience and Certifications High School Diploma or GED with preliminary coursework toward a certificate or degree in a medical imaging field.
Clinical experience based on the educational program affiliated with the pursuit of career in medical imaging; Medical clerical skills preferred.
Positions About Us Atrium Health is one of the nation's leading healthcare organizations, connecting patients with on-demand care, world-class specialists and the region's largest primary care network.
A recognized leader in healthcare delivery, quality and innovation, our foundation rests on providing clinically excellent and compassionate care.
We've been serving our community since 1940, when we opened our doors as Charlotte Memorial Hospital.
Since then, our network has grown to include more than 40 hospitals and 900 care locations ranging from doctors' offices to behavioral health centers to nursing homes.
Our focus:
Delivering the highest quality patient care, supporting medical research and education, and joining with partners outside our walls to keep our community healthy.
About the Team Our Mission Statement, Vision and Values Our Mission:
To improve health, elevate hope and advance healing - for all.
Our Vision:
To be the first and best choice for care.
Our Values:
We recognize that employees are our most valuable asset.
We have identified four core values we hold in the highest regard:
caring, commitment, integrity and teamwork.
Recommended Skills Certified Nurse Practitioner Clinical Works Health Care Infection Control Nuclear Medicine Quality Management Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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