CT/X-Ray Technologist

  • New Mexico
  • Sigma
273124 -CT/X-Ray Technologist - Portales, NM- 13 Weeks Contract

Sigma Healthcare team is currently looking for CT/X-Ray Technologist to work onsite at our client's facility in Portales, NM.

EMR Used: Meditech Shift:

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Summary

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Perform all aspects of patient care in a radiology environment that optimizes patient safety with minimal medical/health care errors. Ensure compliance with patient care quality standards as it relates to the care provided to all age groups of patients ranging from neonate to geriatric. Essential job functions:

Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization Identify patient service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand service requirements Ensure operation of radiology equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques Maintain radiology supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations Gain patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions Prepare patient for radiological procedure by positioning patient; adjusting immobilization devices; moving equipment into specified position; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors Minimize radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factors Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols; following drug protocols in case of reactions to drugs, such as contrast media, administering first aid, and using the emergency cart Maintain production and quality of radiographs by following established standards and procedures; developing radiographs; observing radiographic results; making necessary adjustments Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Qualifications

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High school diploma or equivalent Completion of a degree or certificate in Radiology Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or must be obtained within thirty (30) days of hire Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of radiology technology services Strong organizational and interpersonal skills Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner