RADIOLOGY TECH - RAD TECH

Radiology Tech - Rad Tech

Location: Lewes, Delaware

Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence.

Job Description:

• Performs radiographic procedures in accordance with established professional and departmental standards and procedures.
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principles and theory, anatomy and pathology processes utilizing the most appropriate technique and/or positioning for optimal examinations.
• Adheres to department policies and protocols ensuring all examinations are optimized for interpretation.
• Assists in teaching radiography students sound radiography principles.
• Communicates effectively with patients to obtain clinical history and informed consent.
• Explains procedures to patients/families and answers questions to ease anxiety and assure cooperation.
• Recognizes clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams and takes appropriate action.
• Correctly identifies patients and their files ensuring a high degree of accuracy.
• Tracks patients according to department procedures and identifies errors for correction.
• Maintains exposure reading within As Low As Reasonably Achievable limits.
• Demonstrates effective use of radiation protection procedures with collimation devices and protective shielding.
• Ensures patient safety in the department by using side rails, braking mechanisms, and patient monitoring.
• Maintains an orderly, safe, and clean environment.
• Operates imaging and other related equipment according to manufacturer's specifications.
• Stays abreast of technological changes and updates by attending seminars and in-services.
• Participates in department/hospital performance improvement initiatives, in-services, and meetings.

Qualifications:

• Recent hospital experience preferred as a Radiologist Technologist.
• Capability to perform on-call, shift, holiday, and weekends when required.
• Basic computer skills.

Competencies:

• Clear communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to keep confidential information regarding patients and team members.
• Ability to withstand crisis situations.
• Provides customer service to patients, team members, and visitors.
• Knowledge and experience with electronic health records.

Credentials:

• DE Radiation - Delaware State Radiation license
• DE Licensed - Licensed in state of DE
• BLS - Basic Life Saving certification

Education:

• Associates Degree in related field

Compensation:

• Entry: USD $28.26/Hr.
• Expert: USD $43.80/Hr.