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Description POSITION SUMMARY: To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Experience, and Stewardship by: Being committed to the Health First I CARE Values: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence; Being engaged and contributing to a positive and productive work environment; Producing quality images; Following all HF, hospital and departmental protocols in a professional, memorable and timely manner; Mentoring the technical development of co-workers and students within a team concept; Flexibility to move from CT to another modality at a moment’s notice to meet department needs; Rotate through each modality on a regularly scheduled basis to maintain required experience and skill level for each modality (minimum of 25% of work time per modality); Must cross-train to another modality to meet the needs of the department. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Quality/No Harm: • Maintain a safe environment for patients/customers, team members and yourself. • Ensure the correct procedure is performed on the correct patient by verifying two forms of patient identification on “Every Patient / Every Time”. • Perform “time out” process prior to starting any invasive procedure. • Adhere to the ALARA principles of radiation safety. • Knowledge regarding location of emergency equipment/supplies and how to use such equipment/supplies. • Familiar with the Health First Emergency Kardex and responsibilities in relation to specified emergent codes. • Responsible for hurricane preparedness and your duties as a Health First associate. • Follow Infection Control policies and procedures; practice aseptic and sterile techniques. • Effectively document and communicate pertinent and required information. • Report malfunctioning equipment to the appropriate department, fellow associate and management in a timely manner. • Accurately complete all required documentation/forms – written/electronic (ex: patient history, pregnancy, IV contrast, procedural consent, MAR, safety portal, medication reconciliation, PACS. • Review exam orders from medical charts and/or prescriptions prior to performing an exam. • Obtain pertinent patient history from the requisition, the patient, the medical chart or other sources. • Perform procedure protocols, produce images consistent with image quality standards and follow all Federal, State and Regional healthcare regulations and adhere to Joint Commission/ACR standards. • Properly position patients and uses appropriate technique. • Assure that exam rooms are clean, neat, stocked and disinfected; and that equipment is clean, disinfected and ready for the next patient encounter. • Follow proper image retrieval and file processes. • Participate in quality initiatives and offer suggestions for departmental improvements including departmental protocols, policies, and procedures. • Accept additional responsibilities to assist with reaching departmental goals/initiatives. • Attend staff meetings/in-services as required. Reads and signs off on all staff meeting minutes as required. • Properly identifies, prepares and/or administers medications that are within the technologist’s scope of practice as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner. Stewardship: • Utilize supplies/equipment with care in a safe, proficient and cost effective manner • Ensure computer data is appropriately entered for each procedure, – charged completely and appropriately for all procedure(s) performed and supplies used. • Demonstrate effective time management skills • Complete jobs/tasks in a timely and concise manner. • Willingly assist in other areas of the department and hospital or act as a Health First representative when needed to do so. • Utilize Kronos time clock system properly; report to work area on time and follow break and lunch policies. • Maintain flexibility, adapt to changes in workflow processes and the needs of the Health First organization based upon fluctuations in patient volume Customer Experience: • Communicate effectively with customers (patients, LIP, other Health First associates, the public, etc.) using excellent customer relation skills at all times. • Provide appropriate pre and post procedure education to each patient. • Respond appropriately to patient/family concerns or complaints. • Demonstrate sensitivity to patient privacy and dignity. • Practices the “I-CARE PROMISE” • I - I will Introduce myself and my role • C - I will Clarify what I will be doing • A - I will Ask if there are any questions • R - I will Respond with information and concern • E - I will go the Extra mile Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: • Certified and registered in radiography or radiation therapy by the ARRT – must maintain certification and registration at all times or • Certified and registered in nuclear medicine technology by ARRT or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) – must maintain certification and registration at all time • Possess a current Florida State License as a General Radiographer • Must either be Crossed-Trained in CT or successfully complete a formal education program CT that meets the ARRT’s structured education requirement and clinical experience requirement. • Advanced ARRT (CT) examination obtained within two (2) years of hire/transfer • Prior CT experience preferred. • Must hold current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintain. • Computer-related skills deemed pertinent for optimal technical performance. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Ability to report to department within 30 minutes when on call. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • Able to walk, bend, stoop, reach, and lift throughout their shift. • Able to move, lift, or position patients as required. • Able to push wheelchairs, stretchers, and beds. • Dependable and flexible in relation to covering required shifts. • Able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted, several times per day. • Able to wear lead aprons for extended periods of time. MENTAL DEMANDS: • Able to work effectively and efficiently in a stressful work environment. • Able to respond to life threatening situations. • Ability to multi-task. • Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills. • Exhibit professional code of conduct and ethical principles. • Demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to relate well to all customers. COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT/SKILLS CHECKLIST: The Competency Assessment/Skills Checklist should be kept in the individual department and a copy submitted with the annual performance review to Associate Relations. Job : RadiologyOrganization : Holmes Regional Medical CenterPrimary Location : United States- Florida - Brevard County- MelbourneSchedule : Per DiemShift Times : VariableJob Level : Associate