Radiologic Technologist - Twin Lakes Radiology

Weekend Requirements: As Needed | Work Hours: 8:00a-4:30p | Status: Full Time - 1.0 FTE (80 hours per pay period) | Entity: Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center | Department: Radiology

Job Summary

Provides imaging services to patients.

Job Responsibilities

• Positions patients and selects exposure factors accurately.
• Utilizes radiation protection and safety standards. Applies as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) principle to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
• Assists the physician in a variety of imaging procedures.
• May be required to prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications within accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Responsible for setting up and providing equipment and supplies before, during, and after procedures.

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Position Requirements

Work Experience

• No experience required

Education

• Associate's degree or higher in Science required upon hire OR
• Diploma, Associate's degree or higher in related field required upon hire

Additional Education Information

• A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• RT(T) - Registered as a Radiological Technologist in Radiation Therapy required upon hire AND
• ROC - Radiation Operator Certification in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND
• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position

Organizational Responsibilities

• Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

Additional Job Information

• This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description.
• The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.

Standard ADA Settings

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.

Physical Demands: (Clinical-Hospital)

Standing: 75%

Walking: 75%

Sitting: 50

Lifting 0-25 lbs: 75%

Lifting 25-75 lbs: 25%

Lifting over 75 lbs: 25%

Carrying 0-25 lbs: 75%

Carrying 2575 lbs: 25%

Carrying over 75 lbs: 25%

Pushing/Plling 0-25 lbs: 75%

Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: 75%

Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: 75%

Climbing: 50%

Bending/Stooping: 75%

Kneeling: 50%

Crouching/Crawling: 50%

Reaching: 75%

Talking: 75%

Hearing: 75%

Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: 25%

Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: 75%

Keyboard Data Entry: 75%

Running: 50%

Vision: Depth Perception: 75%

Vision: Distinguish Color: 75%

Vision: Seeing Far: 75%

Vision: Seeing Near: 75%

Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure

Risk Level: Low-Risk

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.