Methodist Hospitals · 5 months ago
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST III
Merrillville, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expMethodist Hospitals is seeking a Radiologic Technologist III responsible for ensuring efficient workflow in the Diagnostic Radiology department. This role involves performing radiologic procedures, managing equipment malfunctions, and overseeing departmental supplies while ensuring optimal patient care.
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Responsibilities
When assigned to work in a room, performs radiologic procedures with all x-ray equipment only when requested by a physician. Introduces self to patient and fully explains the exam prior to the start of the exam. Obtains proper patient history, including previous allergic reactions, history of allergies, menstrual history, other information that is appropriate to the patient's safety, as well as necessary clinical information. Positions the patient in the x-ray equipment for each view by using the proper technique (MA, time, KVP) in order to reduce radiation exposure, while using proper shielding, collimation and immobilization devices as indicated for each age specific group
Calls Bio-Medical Engineering and Plant Operations about malfunctions in equipment, and reports all equipment malfunctions to the supervisor
Delegates workflow fairly while verifying orders, and conferring with physicians when the orders are unclear
Guides and directs employees as needed to ensure that services to patients and other customers are maintained at an optimal level at all times, while conferring with the radiologist or physician requests for supplies required for special procedures
Orders department supplies from the storeroom weekly, and monitors radiology specialty supplies to inform Tech IV and/or Supervisor of any shortages
Participates in the departments quality improvement program
Performs other duties as needed and/or assigned
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated clinical competency in the field of radiology
Developed verbal and written communication skills required, and strong interpersonal skills a must
A high degree of independent action and exercise of judgment is a must, along with a creative ability
Ability to work under required deadlines and schedules while being flexible to handle special requests and projects
Ability to multi-task under stressful situations, and ability to professionally handle stressful situations
Ability to provide compassionate patient care
Ability to direct the work of others
Must be detailed oriented
Associates Degree Radiology Required
Active IN Radiologic Technologist License Required
ARRT (R) Radiology Registration through The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Required
Basic Life Support Certification Required
Preferred
4 years Imaging Related experience Preferred
Company
Methodist Hospitals
Methodist Hospitals is an acute care community hospital that is expertise in rendering a wide range of medical services to various patients.
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Lauren P. Trumbo, CPA
System Chief Financial Officer/Vice President of Finance
Matthew Doyle
Chief Financial Officer
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2024-05-05
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