Radiologic Technician - $10,000 Sign On Bonus
Company: Aspen Valley Hospital
Location: Aspen
Posted on: May 23, 2023
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Job Description:
Company Overview: Embrace the adventure of a career at Aspen
Valley Hospital . Aspen Valley Hospital is a twenty-five-bed
community hospital that represents the best of two worlds - the
warmth and friendliness of a small town and the technical expertise
of a major medical center. Our award-winning hospital, nestled in
the heart of Aspen, CO, includes a team of more than 500 people
dedicated to making a difference for our patients, families, and
community. Nationally we are recognized for providing some of the
most exceptional patient care of any hospital across the country.
AVH requires the initial set of COVID-19 Vaccinations for all
Staff. This Position Offers: Highly competitive pay, 40 hours per
week, comprehensive benefits package (including generous PTO,
health insurance within your first 30 days, retirement), being part
of a very cohesive & supportive team, four of North America's top
ski resorts at your doorstep, and much more. Our comprehensive
benefits package includes generous paid time off, health insurance
within your first 30 days, retirement can be viewed here . Pay
range for new hires: $27.93 - $44.70/hr Hire-in rates of pay are
based upon the relevance of years of experience, education and
certifications. Our talent acquisition team will help you
understand how your direct experience will be considered. Job
Overview: Under general supervision of the Manager and Chief
Technologist, this position is responsible for providing Radiologic
and CT images of technical detail, requiring independent judgment,
ingenuity, and initiative in producing quality exams and providing
clerical services to the department. Primary Scope of
Responsibilities: Adheres reliably to all accepted patient safety
standards. Makes value-added resource decision for patient care
with respect to supplies, equipment and acuity of care. Always
ensures accurate documentation including completion of all required
forms, sign, date, time and legibility of all documentation. Scan
all documents as needed/required. Delivers, documents and oversees
patient care in accordance with AVH policy, procedure, protocol and
TJC or CMS standard interpretation. Demonstrates ability to
prioritize all aspects of patient safety and National Patient
Safety Goal requirements. Maintains complete clinical competence
for all patient care delivered in the patient care setting and for
all specific radiology technician modalities assigned. Maintains
appropriate education and certification requirements for role and
radiology technician accountability Implements correct charging
procedures and monitors daily for accurate charging in the
department. Participates in charge master changes, corrections,
updates or additions. Participates in departmental and
organizational education as requested/required. Assists with new
staff orientation and mentoring. Oversees the appropriate use and
maintenance of Radiologic equipment, and assures appropriate
function, patient safety, and troubleshooting needs. Keeps patients
informed regarding what to expect pre/during/post procedure
Provides individualized patient and family education consistent
with patient's learning style, readiness to learn and self-care
needs Evaluated the effectiveness of patient learning Records
pertinent clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory
requirements, professional standards and hospital policy. Adheres
to federal, state and hospital rules and regulations concerning
HIPAA privacy and security. Follows Hospital compliance plan and
policies, including the Code of Conduct. Participates in required
training for compliance related activities (HIPAA, Compliance,
Patient Safety, TJC, etc.) Demonstrates responsibility and
accountability for own professional decision making. Develops
professional goals and diversity of responsibilities within
practice; consistent with hospital mission and goals Demonstrates
role awareness and seeks individualized/department specific
continuing education that improves patient care or professional
practice. Able to express values around patient/family centered
care and assists others to achieve shared understanding. Active
participant in quality improvement processes. Participates and
contributes to unit meetings and activities. Identifies need to
seek out additional information when needed and apply relevant
findings to practice Demonstrates purposeful service excellence
through exceeding patient and co-worker expectations. Represents
the department and hospital as a dedicated, courteous and
responsive employee. Completes C-Arm Competency Checklist as
required, including demonstration of proper use procedures, saving
and transferring images, disinfecting machine, use of shielding and
how to begin an exam. Completes X-Ray Room 1 Competency Checklist
as required, including demonstration of proper use procedures,
performance of QA in proper sequence, use of digital/cassett exams,
grid use, start of exam, proper protocol and transfer of images to
PACS, Pigo-O-Stat, lead shielding and locating proper supplies.
Completes X-Ray Room 2 Competency Checklist as required, including
demonstration of proper use procedures, start of exam-cassett and
use of flouro, transfer of info to PACS, set up of sterile tray,
use of shielding, operation of flouro tower and locating supplies.
Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition; fully stocks
area as needed. Inspects sterile packages and eliminates damaged or
out dated supplies. QA on equipment and images Minimum
Qualifications & Requirements: Ability to concentrate and show
attention to detail Relatively high degree of analytical abilities
Strong interpersonal skills required Ability to read and
communicate effectively in English Associate Degree in Radiology or
equivalent from a two year College or hospital program required
ARRT in Radiologic Technologist required Required American Heart
Association Certifications: BLS
Keywords: Aspen Valley Hospital, Aspen , Radiologic Technician - $10,000 Sign On Bonus, Professions , Aspen, Colorado
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