Imaging Tech I jobs in United States
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Covenant Health · 1 month ago

Imaging Tech I

Covenant Health is committed to providing quality care at Roane Medical Center, which is equipped with modern technologies and expert staff. The Imaging Tech I performs complex tasks associated with radiographic equipment to produce high-quality X-ray images and ensures patient safety and adherence to radiation safety standards.

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Responsibilities

Applies ALARA principles to maintain established radiation safety standards that involve practicing techniques that will minimize radiation exposure to patient, health care personnel, self and general public, through consistently using protective devices, shields, dose reduction, and monitors; determines appropriate exposure factors
Collaborates patient’s clinical history with procedure, ensuring that information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner. Receiving, relaying and documenting verbal, written and electronic orders in the patient’s medical record. Adheres to HIPAA guidelines for patient confidentiality
Performs routine diagnostic imaging procedures through technical expertise of equipment and procedure protocols as ordered by a licensed independent practitioner. Assists licensed independent practitioner with interventional procedure, including time outs according to policy. May transport patients. Assists in other areas of imaging as needed. Practices aseptic technique and applies universal precautions at all times. Applies appropriate infection prevention techniques and processes
Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures; proactively assists patients, families, licensed independent practitioners and visitors as needed
Applies the principle of patient safety during all aspects of radiographic procedures, including double IDs, falls, transport and hand washing
Proficient with all clerical duties, radiology information systems and PACS. Assists in the care of equipment. Maintains supply levels. Cleans area
May assist in the training and orientation of other staff
Stays current in Basic Life Support (BLS) and performs BLS as needed
Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Radiographic equipment operationALARA principlesDiagnostic imaging proceduresBLS certificationRadiology information systemsPatient safetyInfection prevention techniquesClerical duties

Required

Must have successfully completed an educational program that is accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the ARRT
ARRT registry eligible
Must be registered ARRT (R) within six (6) months of graduation
State licensure in accordance with Tennessee guidelines

Company

Covenant Health

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Covenant Health is a top-performing healthcare network company located in Knoxville.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Jim VanderSteeg
President and CEO
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