Rad Tech II PRN

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Organization:

Radiology - Diagnostic

Job Summary:

JOB SUMMARY
Performs and has knowledge of advance modalities and has at least 2 years of experience. Performs a variety of technical procedures to ensure that a good independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis is being utilized. Assumes responsibility for designated areas, personnel and procedures, as required. Reports directly to the Asst. Director of Imaging. Is accountable for the delivery of efficient, high quality services to the patient, physician and all customers while providing high quality exams within the protocols and guidelines set by the Department of Imaging Services. Rad. Tech II shall be responsible for maintaining and stocking of supplies, rooms and equipment or other assigned duties. He/She has the responsibility of protection and safety to themselves, the patients and co-workers. He/She is expected to maintain high standards of technical competence and participate in any specific training that may be needed. The Rad. Tech II Technologist participates in on-call coverage for the modality as part of the essentials of the job requirement.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Responsible for taking X-rays of areas being examined
• Provide the images to doctors and other medical personnel
• Communicate with the rest of the care team as needed
• Ensuring that patients are comfortable and safe
• Registered in more than one modality (e.g. may be registered in CT, MR, Mammography, Bone Densitometry, etc.)
• Employee is responsible for the individual modality(s) they are certified to perform
• Employee may work in more than one modality as needed

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
• Compliance (Novice): Can explain and apply basic statutory instructions in normal situations on the job. Understands the principles upon which the rules and regulations are based. Appropriately escalates problems relating to rules and regulations in timely and effective manner.
• Patient Documentation (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate patient documentation in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Generally works under the direction of others while accomplishing assignments.
• Diagnostic Equipment (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate the use of diagnostic tools in practical applications of moderate difficulty.

Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings.

These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health’s reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South.

Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion.

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Core Accountabilities:

Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.

Core Capabilities :

Supporting Colleagues:- Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains