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Children's Wisconsin · 3 months ago

Clinic Radiologic Technologist - Forest Home Clinic - part time

United States

Full-time, Part-time

Remote

New Grad, Entry Level

Children's Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. The Clinic Radiologic Technologist performs outpatient and inpatient radiographic procedures using mobile and stationary equipment within various clinical settings, ensuring patient safety and proper imaging practices.

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Responsibilities

Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards

Performs simple and complex radiographic procedures within the clinical setting by proper application of the required imaging and ancillary equipment with minimal supervision. Accurately performs examinations using stationary and mobile radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment

Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with privacy laws (HIPAA) and the facility’s policies and procedures

Verifies proper patient identification and exam ordered to ensure correct patient imaging is performed. Reviews patient medical history and results of prior diagnostic tests to validate imaging needs. Ensures images are properly identified with correct patient identification and lead markers. Reviews and assures requisition is properly completed with date, time, tech initials, number of images and clinical history

Practices radiation protection by calculating and selecting proper technical factors based on patient’s age, physical condition, and suspected pathology. Effectively utilizes beam limiting devices, protective apparel, and immobilization devices

Prepares exam room and X-ray equipment to conduct X-ray examinations in accordance with infectious disease, sterilization and patient safety, protocols, policies, and procedures

Determines appropriate sequence to conduct multiple procedures and patient prioritization. Coordinates exams with other departments as necessary

Abides by, and maintains a working knowledge of institutional policy and TJC policy on patient safety goals and guidelines

Orients and trains new staff members in department procedures and equipment

Provides instruction and assists with education of radiography students approved for such training

Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition and ensures same is properly supplied for diagnostic procedures. Ensures sterile supplies are not damaged or expired

Ensures proper function of suction machines and oxygen outlets in work area

Orients and trains new staff members in department procedures and equipment

Provides instruction to radiography students approved for such training

Qualification

Radiologic TechnologyBLS CertificationRadiographer LicenseDiagnostic RadiologyInterpersonal SkillsBasic Computer SkillsCritical ThinkingProblem Solving

Required

Associate's Degree in radiology or associated field of study

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council

License Radiographer (142) - State of Wisconsin

ARRT - Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Interpersonal skills to interact and communicate effectively with patients, patient care givers, physicians, and other department personnel and coworkers to ensure quality patient care and present positive department and interdepartmental cooperation

Possesses a high degree of flexibility and ability to adapt quickly to changing demand

Analytical skills to make independent decisions when dealing with complex equipment, sedation of patients, and critical care patients

Strong critical thinking, problem solving and attentiveness to detail required

Knowledge of diagnostic radiology principles and procedures as well as operation and maintenance of radiologic equipment as acquired through completion of an approved curriculum of Radiologic Technology

Basic computer skills to operate a computer efficiently and effectively

Ability to respond to clinical and administrative emergencies

An understanding of Children's Wisconsin health care delivery system and the impact of other health care delivery systems on the patient and family