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Norton Sound Health Corporation Radiologic Technologist II in Nome, Alaska
Perform and provide General Imaging, CT Scan, and Mammography exams during normal business hours.
Uphold the organizations vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organizations policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules.
Essential Functions:
- Arrange patients for General Imaging, CT Scan, and Mammography
- Prevent patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation exposure following the ALARA principle (As Low As Reasonably Achievable)
General Imaging
Produce radiographic images (x-rays) to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems and complete required documentation
Perform Bone Density scans - Dexa Scan
CT Scan
Produce radiographic images (x-rays) to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems and complete required documentation
Rotate on call for General Imaging and CT
Mammography
Perform Screening and Diagnostic exams
Maintain tracking system and documentation:
All Mammographic results
Code 4 and 5 results
Conduct quality control and assurance testing,and record findings per MQSA/FDA regulations
Maintain hospital accreditation by participating in inspections and correcting any deficiencies:
MQSA/FDA every year
ACR every three years
Update operations manual in accordance with FDA/MQSA/ACR regulations
Perform other duties as assigned
Personal Traits:
All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organizations values: integrity, cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork and pride. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation with and consideration of others.
Required Knowledge:
All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software.
Job Specific knowledge is listed below:
General Imaging
Bone Density training preferred
CT Scan imaging, GE preferred
Power injectors, Medrad preferred
Mammography imaging
MQSA/FDA/ACR regulations
Required Skills and Abilities:
All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have a broad range of skills and abilities centered around a strong patient focus, efficient performance, and teamwork. All employees should have patient/customer service skills, interpersonal skills and good communication skills. All employees should have the ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance. In addition, all employees should have the ability to follow policy, procedure and instructions, actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly. Finally, all employees should have the ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality.
Job specific skills and abilities are listed below:
Above average interpersonal skills