Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Schedule:
PRN
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Address:
10987 Sheldon Rd
City:
Tampa
State:
Florida
Postal Code:
33626
Job Description:
Ensures exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for use, and that all equipment undergoes routine cleaning and safety checks.
Notifies appropriate personnel when inventory is low.
Performs and documents daily system quality control (QC) checks in compliance with departmental policies and regulatory requirements.
Reviews patient history and clinical information to confirm exam appropriateness and identify potential contraindications.
Performs high-quality CT and Radiographic examinations in accordance with provider orders and departmental protocols, ensuring optimal image quality for accurate diagnosis.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR) and PACS systems.
Educates patients about the exam and complete all exams in a timely manner, maintaining workflow and minimizing empty table time.
Operates all imaging equipment safely and properly, including scanners, injectors, and monitors, adapting protocols for patients of all ages.
Practicing infection control standards and using approved PPE and disinfectant agents.
Follows department protocols for patient identification, informed consent, and time-out procedures prior to starting exams.
Reviews patient history and clinical information to confirm exam appropriateness and identify potential contraindications.
Prepares and administers IV contrast material following safety guidelines and monitors patients for adverse reactions.
Positions patients accurately and comfortably, using immobilization devices, when necessary, while ensuring radiation safety and ALARA principles are maintained.
Collaborates with radiologists and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate imaging and continuity of patient care.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to communicate (verbal and written) effectively and document information accurately.
• Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals.
• Ability to remain calm and focused during stressful and/or emotionally charged situations.
• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to be highly detail oriented.
• Demonstrated customer service skills with a patient-centric approach.
• Working knowledge of Cerner and/or Epic is an asset.
• Ability to learn and use Radiology software packages, scanners and workstations, and EMR.
• Ability to quickly learn and follow departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintain all required registries and licenses to perform imaging procedures.
• Ability to follow basic radiation safety concepts of time, shielding and distance to keep exposure levels as low as reasonably achievable for patients and staff.
• Ability to complete exams in an acceptable time frame to meet ED/Observation TAT goals.
• Ability to assess, start and confirm appropriate placement of IV’s for use in CT studies.
• The ability to assess, explain and perform CT and XR studies on patients of all ages.
• Ability to learn and complete Reconstructions/Post processing.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and have good comprehension of conversational English.
• Past Reconstruction/Post processing skills preferred.
• Ability to learn and complete Cardiac CTA reconstructions preferred.
Education:
• Associate [Preferred]
• Bachelor's [Preferred]
• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
Field of Study:
• N/A
Work Experience:
• 1+ year of radiologic experience [Required]
Additional Information:
• Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.
At AdventHealth, Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ is our mission. It calls us to be His hands and feet in helping people feel whole. Our story is one of hope — one that strives to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. More than 100,000 skilled and compassionate caregivers in physician practices, hospitals, outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, home health agencies and hospice centers provide individualized, wholistic care.Our Christian mission, shared vision, common values and focus on whole-person health is our commitment to making communities healthier with a unified system: 51 hospital campuses and hundreds of care sites in diverse markets throughout nine states.