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Diagnostic Radiology Technologist (Registered)

Employer
Altru Health System
Location
Drayton, ND
Salary
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Job Details

The Diagnostic Radiology Technologist demonstrates and understands the scope of responsibility within their license. This position confirms and reviews orders, properly identifies the patient and appropriately completes processes for image interpretations.

Essential Job Functions

Title and Description

Tech - CR/DR

Demonstrates understanding of Computer Radiology (CR) principles and Digital Radiography (DR) principles, selects proper technical factors and operated equipment to produce quality radiographs, utilizing all radiation safety devices.

Tech Branch - Physician Orders

Confirms physician orders and reviews all required clinical information prior to performing exams and applying ionizing radiation. Communicates information which may alter the exam protocol.

Tech - Images

Reviews images for quality and completeness according to standard operating procedures and provider's preference, i.e., proper labeling, collimation, etc.

CT - Education

Provides the patient and family with appropriate education to optimize their understanding within scope of responsibility.

Tech - Education

Provides individualized patient care and comfort essential to the procedure as well as provides the patient and family with appropriate education to optimize their understanding within scope of responsibility. Monitors patient for comfort and safety.

Tech - Processes

Ensures prior images are available and completes all Epic Processes.

Pain Assessment

Performs pain assessment and takes appropriate action according to standard operating procedure.

Other Duties

Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

  • Demonstrates understanding and follows infection control policies and procedures according to standard operating procedure.
  • Maintains requirements for age specific competencies for the position and demonstrates the knowledge or principles of growth and developments and the skills necessary to provide patient/customer care/services.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of and compliance with:
    • All pertinent safety, health and environmental policies, procedures and guidelines.
    • Working safely, without causing harm or risk to self, others or property.
    • The work environment safety procedures and prompt reporting of unsafe practices, procedures, accidents, injuries or other safety violations to the Leader.
    • The use of all safety equipment and personal protective equipment.
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    Safety & Compliance

    • Demonstrates understanding and follows infection control policies and procedures according to standard operating procedure.
    • Maintains requirements for age specific competencies for the position and demonstrates the knowledge or principles of growth and developments and the skills necessary to provide patient/customer care/services.
    • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of and compliance with:
      • All pertinent safety, health and environmental policies, procedures and guidelines.
      • Working safely, without causing harm or risk to self, others or property.
      • The work environment safety procedures and prompt reporting of unsafe practices, procedures, accidents, injuries or other safety violations to the Leader.
      • The use of all safety equipment and personal protective equipment.


    Behavior Standards

    • Integrity: We will always do the right thing even when no one is watching.
    • Acknowledge: We will create a welcoming, healing environment.
    • Meaningful: We will provide an exceptional patient experience.
    • Accountable: We will accept responsibility for our actions and behaviors.
    • Listen: We will listen and seek to understand.
    • Team: We will work together to deliver world-class care.
    • Respect: We will treat each other with respect.
    • Understand: We will seek to understand and respond genuinely.


    License, Certification & Registration

    Title

    Credentialing Body

    Timeframe When Needed

    Verified By

    Registered Diagnostic Radiology Technologist

    American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)

    Prior to Start Date

    HR Primary Sources

    Basic Life Support (BLS)

    American Heart Assoc. or American Red Cross CPR for Prof. Rescue

    Within 2 Months of Start Date

    Learning Management System

    Education & Experience

    Degree/Diploma

    Program of Study

    Required/Preferred

    Associate's

    Radiological Technology

    Required

    Experience

    Experience

    Required/Preferred

    And/Or

    A minimum of 6 months of related experience

    Preferred

    Knowledge & Skills

    Title

    Required/Preferred

    Demonstrates excellent customer service skills.

    Preferred

    Physical Demands

    Activity

    Frequency

    Sit

    Frequently (34-66%)

    Stand

    Frequently (34-66%)

    Walk

    Frequently (34-66%)

    Stoop/Bend

    Continuously (>67%)

    Reach

    Frequently (34-66%)

    Climb

    Rarely (
    Crawl

    Not Applicable

    Squat/Crouch/Kneel

    Occasionally (5-33%)

    Twist

    Occasionally (5-33%)

    Handle/Finger/Feel

    Continuously (>67%)

    See

    Continuously (>67%)

    Hear

    Continuously (>67%)

    Weight Demands

    Activity

    Amount

    Lift - Floor to Waist Level

    Medium (20-40 pounds)

    Carry

    Medium (20-40 pounds)

    Push/Pull

    Medium (20-40 pounds)

    Slide/Transfer

    Medium (20-40 pounds)

    Working Conditions

    Condition

    Frequency

    Indoor

    Continuously (>67%)

    Outdoor

    Not Applicable

    Extreme Temperature

    Not Applicable

    Functional Assessment

    Type

    D

  • Company

    Do what you love. Make a difference. Join our team of over 4,000 health professionals and support staff committed to caring for the region for more than 100 years.

    At Altru Health System, we are serious about providing an exceptional patient experience and positively impacting the communities we serve. Our physician-led, community-owned, not-for-profit health system serves over 225,000 residents in northeast North Dakota and northwest Minnesota. We are a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network.

    If reasonable accommodation is needed to apply or interview for a position, please contact careers@altru.org or 701.780.5123.

    Company info
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    Telephone
    701-780-5123
    Location
    Grand Forks
    North Dakota
    US

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