Radiologic Technologist - Per Diem
Spectrum Healthcare Partners
Portland, ME
Expired: April 16, 2024
Applications are no longer accepted.
- Retirement
- Part-Time
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Spectrum Healthcare Partners is Maine's largest multi-specialty, physician-owned and directed professional organization and is comprised of over 200 physicians practicing in the areas of anesthesiology, orthopaedics, pain management, pathology, radiation oncology, radiology, and vascular & interventional services. Spectrum provides services at many of Maine's hospitals throughout the state and in eastern New Hampshire.
POSITION SUMMARY
Focuses on the optimal delivery of patient care by taking x-rays according to established standards and procedures to assist orthopedic physicians to diagnose and monitor status of recovery.
HOURS: Monday-Friday, variable hours, as needed
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
BENEFITS AND PERKS
Spectrum Healthcare Partners is Maine's largest multi-specialty, physician-owned and directed professional organization and is comprised of over 200 physicians practicing in the areas of anesthesiology, orthopaedics, pain management, pathology, radiation oncology, radiology, and vascular & interventional services. Spectrum provides services at many of Maine's hospitals throughout the state and in eastern New Hampshire.
POSITION SUMMARY
Focuses on the optimal delivery of patient care by taking x-rays according to established standards and procedures to assist orthopedic physicians to diagnose and monitor status of recovery.
HOURS: Monday-Friday, variable hours, as needed
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Transports and positions patients with minimal discomfort, takes x-rays as requested by provider and produces quality images.
- Demonstrates ability to work in a film-less environment.
- Performs quality assurance of digital images to ensure high diagnostic image quality, and proper patient identification.
- Ability to operate the C-arm in surgery, under sterile technique. Assists with joint injections requiring fluoroscopy by operating the C-arm image intensifier and ensures that the procedure room is properly set up.
- Protects patients, self and staff from radiation exposure
- Logs all completed radiological procedures in the electronic patient record
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, providers, staff and others
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintains a clean and orderly work area
- Orders related supplies and equipment
- Provides coverage in other areas/locations when needed
- Attends meetings as assigned, and participates in educational activities to keep skills up-to-date
- Demonstrates professionalism at all times
- Keeps abreast of current issues involving patient care or practice issues by attending and participating in department, team and practice meetings
- Displays cooperative behavior and interacts positively and effectively with others to promote a team environment
- Performs other duties necessary to maintain the overall efficiency and continuity of the clinic
- Is proactive in identifying, reporting and participating in the resolution of any potential or actual patient safety issues
QUALIFICATIONS
- Degree in radiography from an accredited program
- AART Certification and Maine State RT license required
- Current BLS required
- Prior radiologic technologist experience with orthopedic experience preferred
- Knowledge of healthcare field, medical office protocols/procedures
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary for interacting with patients, physicians, supervisors and other staff
- Skill in time management, prioritizing and medical care coordination
- Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to project and maintain a professional image
- Ability to work independently and excel as part of a team
- Excellent customer service skills
- Proficient computer skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
- High degree of motor control and coordination
- Operation of therapeutic and diagnostic medical equipment
- Daily use of computer operating instruments; stationary PC, Laptop PC, keyboard and mouse
- Light lifting of paperwork, folders or other general record keeping materials
- Operation of various office equipment: fax machine, telephone & voice mail system, stationary/lap top computer, e-mail system, scanner, and copier
- Lifting up to 20 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds frequently
- Walks frequently
- May be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time
- Occasional travel between locations
- Risk of exposure to hazardous conditions and blood borne pathogens
- Occasional reaching, twisting, bending
BENEFITS AND PERKS
- 401(k) Match
Address
Spectrum Healthcare Partners
Portland, ME
USA
Industry
Healthcare
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