DIAGNOSTIC ASSOCIATE - MRHC DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY
Location: Manhattan, Kansas
Description: Mercy Regional Health Center, Inc. is hiring DIAGNOSTIC ASSOCIATE - MRHC DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY right now, this position will be situated in Kansas. More complete informations about this position opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. Search Jobs My Account Login Help Job Title: DIAGNOSTIC ASSOCIATE Job Code: 24708 Shift: Variable Shift Employment! Status: PRN/Per Diem Average Hours per Week: 0 Category: Radiology JOB DESCRIPTION: Via Christi Health's rich history of serving the people of Kansas and the surrounding region dates back more than 100 years to the healing ministries of our founding congregations. Today, Via Christi Health is the largest provider of health care services in Kansas. We serve Kansas and northeast Oklahoma through our doctors, hospitals, senior villages and health services. Position Summary: Performs radiologic procedures according to established protocols or physician's special instructions.
Transports patients as needed. Areas of skill: general Diagnostic Radiology including surgery, portables, ER/trauma, special procedures and mammography as assigned. Provides for the physical and psychological needs of pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients during the procedure. This position is for a new graduate or an ARRT employee who hasnt had a Kansas state license with pr! evious employer.
Must have applied for a state licens! e either temporary or permanent (if employee already has ARRT) and is waiting for that license to be granted. Must have registered and licensed technologist sign off on all work by documenting exam completion in the medical record. Key Responsibilities/Essential Functions: Performs radiologic procedures accurately and efficiently. Demonstrates competency in procedures and equipment operation.
Provides age-appropriate patient care before, during and after exam. Assist with staff training and in-services as requested. Maintains accurate records. Performs clerical duties as assigned.
Administers IV and oral contrast media according to procedure. Participates with performance improvement activities and problem solving. Promotes good customer relations (patient, physician, guest, etc). Assists with cost containment efforts.
Assists with State, TJC and any other regulatory/accrediting agencies to insure departmental compliance. Communicates effectively ! with staff, physicians, patients and management. May perform other duties as assigned or requested Management Responsibilities: This position has no management responsibilities. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Qualifications: Education and/or Experience Associate's degree (A.
A.) or equivalent from JRCERT approved college or technical school program. Behavioral Skills A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of Via Christi Health. Compassion for patients, family members, and others; along with a nurturing spirit to provide care during emotionally stressful situations. Must display good verbal and written communication skills, and be able to professionally receive and follow oral instructions.
Technical Skills Working knowledge of basic computer systems Certificates, Licenses, Registrations ARRT Registry eligible Radio! graphy. Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers offered by th! e American Heart Association or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer offered by the Red Cross within 30 days post date of hire. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequently required to carry or lift items weighing up to 50 pounds. Occasionally required to carry or lift items weighing up to 100 pounds for short distances. Occasionally required to stand or walk. Frequently required to sit in a stationary position.
Occasionally performs activities that require stooping, bending and reaching, squatting, balancing, and trunk twisting throughout the day. Constantly able to communicate verbally and in written form. Frequently able to detect and discern both loud and soft sounds such as phone calls and custom! er questions. Constantly able to use hands and fingers to type, write, and file.
Frequently able to use near vision for viewing computer monitor and written materials. Occasionally required to detect unusual odors that could indicate environmental issues. Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and risk of radiation. The employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.
The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Position Scope/Patient Population: Perform inpatient and outpatient exams in the Imaging Services department on a patient population that ranges from ambulatory to critical and newborn to geriatric. Provides care consistent with Medical Centerpolicies and procedures to patients in the Radiology department.
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