Limited License Radiologic Technician - Bone Densitometrist

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for performing radiographic procedures involving the application of ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law.

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Performs radiographic procedures. Critiques images to maintain quality control.
• Selects film, adjusts and programs a variety of film changes, including cinefluorography, and may process cassettes.
• Maintains the necessary precautions to prevent excessive exposure to radiation.
• Assesses patient vital signs and condition when indicated during exams.
• Reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Prepares, cleans and stocks rooms with supplies and linens.
• Performs limited radiological exams based on guidelines set by the Department of Radiology.
• May assist in orienting new employees or students regarding functions of the department.
• May participate on department and hospital committees, and provide in-service training to hospital staff.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of radiation safety, basic patient care, QA/QC of images, and use of x-ray equipment.
• Ability to work under the supervision of a radiologist or radiology practitioner.
• Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills are also required.
• Ability to report equipment failure to appropriate department personnel for immediate attention or serviced by an equipment technician.
• Demonstrated authority to utilize their own discretion in selecting proper cassette size, exposure factors and the ability to correct exposure problems.
• Ability to balance and prioritize the work load requirements of the day while maintaining the needs of the department and providing flexibility to assist physicians in completing examinations.

Qualifications

Licenses Required

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Practical Technologist in the State of Utah.
• Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Qualifications (Preferred)

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

• This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving patients or objects, such as medical equipment, while providing patient care.

Physical Requirements

Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking