Job Description:The Registered Radiology Technologist performs medical
imaging examinations under the direction of a physician.Posting Specifics:
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Hours: Full-time (36 hours)
Shift Details: VariableScopeAs a Full Scope Medical Assistant you need to know how to:
Obtain and record patient information; vital signs, height, weight,
allergies, current medications, medical history, and chief complaint, etc.
Demonstrate knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room
procedures.
May be required to draw and collect blood samples and prepare specimens for
laboratory analysis.
Per Provider request, may perform routine tests including but not limited to
EKGs, hearing and vision screens.
Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follow up as appropriate to
ensure completion of testing.
Communicate test results to patients and establish plan of care by phone or
mail as directed by the Provider.
Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the
medical record as directed by the provider.
Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; stock
patient exam rooms while maintaining cleanliness and organization, and
dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.
Administer ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection,
topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration.
Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
Perform clinical diagnostic x-rays and prepare completed studies for provider
review.
Perform all required processor and equipment maintenance and quality control
processes.
Prepare patients for radiologic procedures and protect patients, self and
other staff from radiation hazards.
Take X-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety,
which involves setting up and operating radiographic equipment used in the
medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients.
Position patients and take X-ray of specific parts of the patients body as
requested by the physician.
Process film and check X-ray for clarity of image; retake when necessary.
Distribute X-ray to appropriate medical staff.Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
Current/valid registration by the American Registry of Radiological
Technology (ARRT), required
Current Full Scope certification and state license, required
Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association or the
ability to obtain within 60 days of hire (with prior approval), required
Minimum of three (3) months of previous experience within a healthcare
setting, required
Successful completion of initial MA onboarding program within 90 days,
annual skills fair, and in-services for site specific tasks
Associates Degree from an accredited school of radiologic technology,
preferred
At least one (1) year of Medical Assistant experience, preferred
At least two (2) years of clinical experience in radiologic technology,
preferredPhysical Requirements:Hearing/listening, lifting, manual dexterity,
pulling/pushing, seeing, sitting, speaking, squatting/kneeling,
standing, and wAnticipated job posting close date:09/10/2024Location:Rocky Mountain OrthopedicsWork City:Grand JunctionWork State:ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:36The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate
dependent upon experience.$23.81 - $40.93We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we
provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of
programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living
healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho,
Nevada, and Utah based caregivers, and for our Colorado, Montana, and
Kansas based caregivers; and our commitment todiversity, equity, and
inclusion.Intermountain Health is an equ l opportunity employer. Qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability or protected veteran status.Our facilities do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race,
color, national origin, disability, or age in admission or access to,
or treatment or employment in, its programs, services or activities, or
on the basis of sex (gender) in health programs and activities