• OR Specialist Radiologic Technologist

    Catholic Health Initiatives (Chattanooga, TN)


    Responsibilities

    4- 10 hr shifts variable days

     

    The Staff Radiologic Technologist Specialist performs departmental and portable radiographic examinations, assists the Radiologist or Surgeon in a highly technical and professional manner during procedures, produces high quality images. Serves the following age – specific patient populations: pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics

     

    1. Uses two patient identifiers

    2. Compares doctor’s order to requisition for accuracy

    3. Performs the correct exam

    4. Includes all anatomy required to produce an adequate exam.

    5. Demonstrates continued competency in using PACS

    6. Routinely demonstrates the ability to prioritize workload.

    7. Coordinates multiple exams into the proper sequence to ensure no conflicts of exams.

    8. Assesses the doctor’s order and the patient’s diagnosis to determine optimal images.

    9. Assesses patient’s condition, comfort, and safety during procedures.

    10. Observes and reports to physician any change in patient’s condition during the procedure.

    11. Communicates accurate patient information in a timely manner to peers, physicians, and other departments.

    12. Uses all diagnostic, computer, and communication equipment within safe limits.

    13. Other duties as assigned by management.

    14. Proficient at running C-Arm for complicated orthopedic and neuro surgery cases.

    15. Proficient at running the O-Arm for Neuro and Spine surgeries.

    16. Proficient with workflow in the OR. Able to carry the main surgery pager to organize and prioritize staff responses to surgery cases.

    17. Willing and able to train other radiologic technologist staff, as needed to operate C-Arm and O-Arm for complicated orthopedic cases.

    Qualifications

    High School graduate or equivalent

     

    Graduate of an accredited Radiology program

     

    For currently employed student technologists, within 60 days of graduation from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

     

    Registered/registry eligible

     

    Must be registered within 1 year of hiring

    AHA BLS

    Overview

     

    CHI Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit, is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.

    Pay Range

    $22.89 - $33.20 /hour

     

    We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.