Technologist - Training
RAYUS Radiology
Scarborough, ME 04074
Posted 9 months ago
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Job Type(s)
Full Time
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Industry
Education, Training
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Job Description
Technologist in Training
RAYUS Radiology, formerly Center for Diagnostic Imaging and Insight Imaging, is looking for a Technologist in Training to join our team. We are challenging the status quo by shining light on radiology and making it a critical first step in diagnosis and proper treatment. Come join us and shine brighter together! As a scanning technologist in training, you will operate your assigned scanner(s) to produce images of the patient's body for diagnostic purposes under general supervision. Taking a patient centered approach, you will provide scanning services within professional standards and with excellent customer service. Each patient comes to our centers looking for answers. You will guide patients through this sometimes difficult process by kindly talking them through the steps and answering their questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process. This is full-time, daytime position and is located at our Brunswick, ME center.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(90%) Patient Scanning Imaging with Supervision
- Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure correct patient and procedure
- Explains and prepares patients for imaging procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately scanned and providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedure
- Performs routine scanning procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats, while providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedure
- Performs advanced scanning procedures with support and under supervision
- Adjusts scanning scan parameters correctly and as needed, utilizing dose reduction techniques as appropriate NOT FOR MR
- Maintains positive attitude and working relationships with radiologist, referring customers and other associates and peers
- Follows physicians orders precisely and conforms to safety regulations to protect themselves, their patients, and coworkers
- Accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)
- Maintains an orderly and clean work area promoting good safety habits for patients and co-workers
- Maintains ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements
- Maintains equipment in good working order; cleans and disinfects equipment after each use
- Ensures compliance with all HIPAA guidelines
(5%) Scanning Department Support
- Assists with maintaining an updated imaging protocol manual and software upgrades
- Monitors medical supply inventory and requests supplies as necessary
(5%) Completes other tasks as assigned