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UVA Community Health About Us We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience. Job Description Radiology Technologist Job Code: RT3483 Full Time position | Evening Shift 10k Sign On Bonus Available! About Us We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.
As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day. JOB TYPE Classification:
Nonexempt Supervises Positions:
No Job Summary The Radiology Technologist assists physicians in the performance of diagnostic and / or therapeutic procedures by preparing the patient and operating the x-ray equipment in order to obtain diagnostic images. Patient Care:
Ensures patient safety and comfort while in the radiology department.
Explains the procedure and post-procedure orders to the patient to gain cooperation and minimize anxiety. Prioritizes workflow in regard to patient condition and ensures patients’ arrival and departure occur in a timely manner. Provides an atmosphere conducive to gain the patient's cooperation and confidence. Utilizes data received from patient satisfaction and practice performance results to identify opportunities to improve and participates in the planning and improvement process. Compliance:
Follows and supports OSHA regulations and uses universal precautions when required.
Cleans examination surfaces between patients. Provides clean linen including sheets, gowns, pillowcases, and towels. Immediately cleans spills following universal precautions. Properly stores accessory equipment when not in use. Teamwork:
Works within a team to achieve patient and team goals.
Shares and initiates regular and professional communication with co-workers. Facilitates and participates in regular staff meetings. Technical Competency:
Follows routine standards and properly and safely manipulates equipment, within its limitations, to obtain images.
Maintains sterile equipment and fields. Adjusts cameras to obtain the proper density and contrast. Performs any necessary warm-up and quality control procedures on the equipment. Uses protocols to obtain images of internal structures. Critiques images for quality and makes necessary judgments to determine if repeat is necessary. Qualifications Education:
High School Diploma or GED required. Graduate of an accredited Radiology program. Experience:
2 years of experience in diagnostic radiology preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details. Licensure:
ARRT or registry eligible required. Registry eligible technologist must successfully complete the ARRT certification exam in Radiology within 90 days of hire. Applicable state licensure as required. Additional Skills/Requirements Required : Thorough knowledge of radiographic equipment and accessories. Analytical ability and basic computer skills. Has knowledge and skills necessary to modify care according to patient(s) age. Has the ability to interpret information to identify each patient’s requirements for care relative to his/her age specific needs. Good communication skills, capable of functioning alone in diagnostic rooms, working knowledge of various types of x-ray equipment, able to adapt to various situations and procedures. Ability to multitask and prioritize quickly. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Demand Code:
13A, Imaging Work Function/Activity:
Medium to Heavy Physical Demand Other
May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes On call responsibilities as directed: Yes Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes
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Radiology Tech
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UVA Community Health About Us We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience. Job Description Radiology Technologist Job Code: RT3483 Full Time position | Evening Shift 10k Sign On Bonus Available! About Us We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.
As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day. JOB TYPE Classification:
Nonexempt Supervises Positions:
No Job Summary The Radiology Technologist assists physicians in the performance of diagnostic and / or therapeutic procedures by preparing the patient and operating the x-ray equipment in order to obtain diagnostic images. Patient Care:
Ensures patient safety and comfort while in the radiology department.
Explains the procedure and post-procedure orders to the patient to gain cooperation and minimize anxiety. Prioritizes workflow in regard to patient condition and ensures patients’ arrival and departure occur in a timely manner. Provides an atmosphere conducive to gain the patient's cooperation and confidence. Utilizes data received from patient satisfaction and practice performance results to identify opportunities to improve and participates in the planning and improvement process. Compliance:
Follows and supports OSHA regulations and uses universal precautions when required.
Cleans examination surfaces between patients. Provides clean linen including sheets, gowns, pillowcases, and towels. Immediately cleans spills following universal precautions. Properly stores accessory equipment when not in use. Teamwork:
Works within a team to achieve patient and team goals.
Shares and initiates regular and professional communication with co-workers. Facilitates and participates in regular staff meetings. Technical Competency:
Follows routine standards and properly and safely manipulates equipment, within its limitations, to obtain images.
Maintains sterile equipment and fields. Adjusts cameras to obtain the proper density and contrast. Performs any necessary warm-up and quality control procedures on the equipment. Uses protocols to obtain images of internal structures. Critiques images for quality and makes necessary judgments to determine if repeat is necessary. Qualifications Education:
High School Diploma or GED required. Graduate of an accredited Radiology program. Experience:
2 years of experience in diagnostic radiology preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details. Licensure:
ARRT or registry eligible required. Registry eligible technologist must successfully complete the ARRT certification exam in Radiology within 90 days of hire. Applicable state licensure as required. Additional Skills/Requirements Required : Thorough knowledge of radiographic equipment and accessories. Analytical ability and basic computer skills. Has knowledge and skills necessary to modify care according to patient(s) age. Has the ability to interpret information to identify each patient’s requirements for care relative to his/her age specific needs. Good communication skills, capable of functioning alone in diagnostic rooms, working knowledge of various types of x-ray equipment, able to adapt to various situations and procedures. Ability to multitask and prioritize quickly. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Demand Code:
13A, Imaging Work Function/Activity:
Medium to Heavy Physical Demand Other
May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes On call responsibilities as directed: Yes Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes
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