Radiologic Technologist - Orthopedics

Company: Providence Health & Services
Location: Spokane
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Description Providence is calling a Radiologic Technologist (Orthopedics,Day-Shift, 0.0 FTE) to Physician Management Group in Spokane, Washington. We are a community of caregivers delivering every day on our Mission to provide compassionate care that is accessible for all - especially those who are poor and vulnerable. Apply Today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive a text with some additional questions from our Modern Hire system. In this position you will:

• Provide patient care services using imaging modalities; produces images of the tissues, organs, bones and vessels of the body, as prescribed by physicians, to assist in the diagnosis of disease or injury
• Operate X-ray generating and related equipment appropriately and in a safe manner, demonstrating competence at all times
• Prepare and manage patients during exams, adjusting techniques and addressing special needs of the individual patient. Obtain relevant histories and clinical indicators for the exam, and pursue additional information relative to the exam to ensure effective imaging
• Report changes in the patient's condition to nursing staff. Assess level of sedation. Utilize immobilization devices safely on patients
• Clearly explain instructions and direct patient during the procedure. Involve parents in the procedure for infants through older children whenever possible. Assist patients in order to obtain high quality exam, to include physically maneuvering or lifting patients as needed
• Regularly produce images of high quality according to prescribed protocols and procedures whenever possible; document when protocols are not followed
• Practice radiation safety according to the ALARA principles; limit radiation exposure to patients, themselves, and others; protect reproductive organs of patients from infancy to adults Required qualifications for this position includes:
  • Graduate from an accredited and approved program for diagnostic radiologic technology
  • Currently certified as a Radiologic Technologist (RT State credential) or registered as an X-Ray Technician (XT State credential) in the State of Washington
  • Current national registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) as a Registered Technologist (R.T. credential) OR registry-eligible and passing certification exam within 6 months from graduation for continued employment Preferred qualifications for this position includes:
    • Recent radiographic experience
    • Experience in a clinical setting
    • Experience with customer service, computer programs (Microsoft Office Suite) and Electronic Medical Records software About the clinic you will serve. Providence Medical Group is a group of primary care, specialty care and hospital-based medical providers who serve eastern Washington in clinic locations. Our providers and staff strive to create a distinctive health care experience for each patient - one focused on trust, respect, communication and teamwork. About Providence At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable. Requsition ID: P326755 Company: Providence Jobs Job Category: Diagnostic Imaging Job Function: Clinical Care Schedule: Per-Diem Shift: Day Career Track: Clinical Professional Department: 3042 ORTHO MCCLELLAN 300 Address: WA Spokane 20 W 9th Ave Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Providence does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

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