Locations: Mobile, Alabama
Categories: Professional
Position Type: Regular Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Req ID: 22818
USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.
Ability and willingness to rotate within the Radiology and CT departments as needed
May assist with training or Radiology and CT students
Performs a variety or related digital image management tasks as necessary. i.e. exceptions, annotations
Maintains competency by demonstrating a complete working knowledge of all Imaging equipment and supplies, including but not limited to CT, including CT fluoroscopy for invasive procedures, power Injector, post processing software, radiology digital fluor and diagnostic equipment, invasive procedure Supplies and/or trays in both Radiology and CT
Demonstrates proper positioning for all CT and Radiology exams, including invasive procedures
Appropriately labels patient position to reflect correct orientation or images, with use or markers in Radiology or correct labeling in CT
Uses appropriate scanning factors and protocols according to patient and body part being examined
Provides radiation protection to patient, family, staff and self, according 10 prescribed safety standards
Recognizes emergency situation's
And initiates code procedures as needed
Performs patient assessment and screening, such as allergies, potential drug interactions, and lab requirements, within the scope of practice
Reviews patient's prior imaging and history to ensure appropriate exam is ordered, consulting the Radiologist or ordering practitioner when needed Maintains aseptic or sterile technique, as appropriate, when performing invasive procedures in Radiology and/or CT
Directly assists the Radiologist during procedures in Radiology and/or CT
Prepares patient for intravenous (IV) injections: starting the IV and maintaining access
Administers IV contrast per approved protocols
Administers oral and/or rectal contrast in Radiology and/or CT per approved protocols and the order of licensed practitioner
Maintains competency in point of care testing (POCT) for creatinine/eGFR testing
Follows all CAP and CUA guidelines in the performance of point of care testing (Pocan for creatinine/eGFR testing on outpatients
Recognizes and appropriately responds to extravasation of IV contrast, ensuring proper treatment and notifying the patient's healthcare provider
For outpatients, Instructions are provided prior to discharge
Reviews CPOE and written orders checking for special instructions from physicians and consults with physicians as needed
Reviews images and consults with radiologist when pathology seen may require protocol revision
Accurately critiques images to determine diagnostic quality and adjusts factors if imaging is to be repeated
Adheres to established protocols, QA guidelines, and regulatory requirements
Performs or assists with the performance of accreditation requirements for the American College of Radiology (ACR)
Pleasantly greets patient, confirming identity using two identifiers and introducing oneself
Communicates and uses appropriate customer relation skills with patients, families, and all members of the healthcare team
Completely explains examination procedure to the patient and family, if present
Performs visual preventive safety inspections of all equipment used and communicates problems to supervisor/assistant director/director
Maintains necessary inventory of supplies, rotating stock in an orderly fashion, and eliminating outdated items
Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of the department
Completes all aspects of a patient's exam, including ensuring images are available for physician review on PACS in a timely manner, charging procedures and supplies, documenting contrast usage, and documenting history or additional notes
Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies and procedures
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and/or participating in professional societies
Completes all mandatory educational requirements in a timely manner
Accepts and completes all duties positively and without conflict
Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements
Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards
Regular and prompt attendance
Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required
Related duties as assigned
Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.
High School Diploma or equivalent, successful completion of an approved course in radiologic technology, 1 year of experience conducting routine diagnostic procedures, and completion of an approved program in advanced modality or one year of experience in advanced modality Required
Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic Technology may substitute for up to one year of experience in conducting routine diagnostic procedures. Preferred
ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Registry in Diagnostic Radiology within 1 Year Required
Advanced registry is highly preferred and may be required for certain modalities
Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.
The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community.
Our network includes USA Health University Hospital, USA Health Children's & Women's Hospital, USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute, USA Physicians Group and the USA College of Medicine. Each year, our team of 180 physicians, 240 residents and fellows, 70 mid-level providers and 800 nurses handle some 185,000 clinic visits and 350,000 outpatient procedures. The USA Health System delivers 2,800 babies a year, more than any other regional hospital, and treats patients through some 60,000 emergency room visits annually.
In addition to advanced and innovative patient care offered at University hospitals and clinics, USA's medical education programs provide first-class training experiences for the next generation of physicians and scientists.
