RAYUS Radiology, formerly Center for Diagnostic Imaging, is looking for a DTI Technologist to join our team. Under the direction of the Chief Technologist, assures that services are provided to patients and referring specialists within professional standards. Maintains positive work relationships with radiologists and other physicians referring to the company. This position is per diem working various shifts and hours.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(85%) Patient Imaging

• Performs routine and advanced DTI procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats
• Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination
• Explains and prepares patients for DTI procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately scanned and providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedure
• Adjusts equipment as necessary
• Maintains positive attitude and working relationships with radiologist, referring customers and other associates and peers
• Converses with doctors, nurses, patients and family members as required
• Follows physicians' orders precisely and conforms to safety regulations to protect themselves, their patients, and coworkers
• Accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)
• Maintains an orderly and clean work area to promote good safety habits for patients and co-workers
• Maintains equipment in good working order; cleans and disinfects equipment after each use

(10%) Imaging Support

• Assists in maintaining an updated radiographic protocol manual and software upgrades
• Monitors medical supply inventory
• Assists with training of new associates, providing resource and technical expertise

(5%) Performs other duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES):

• Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy
• Knowledge of current technical skills and procedural understanding to perform a full range of radiologic scanning procedures and injections
• Knowledge and adherence to ALARA principles
• Knowledge of and adherence to company policies and protocols
• Knowledge of and adherence to HIPAA and safety guidelines
• Skill in organizing and prioritizing work and following assignments through to completion
• Skill in written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet established deadlines
• Ability to be flexible in schedule and adaptable to constant change
• Ability to effectively handle details with accuracy
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and on-time arrival to work as scheduled
• Ability to deliver high quality customer service to internal and external customers by communicating with integrity and compassion
• Ability to recognize potential abnormalities, adjust process and communicate with radiologist as appropriate
• Ability to remain calm in difficult situations
• Ability to resolve service recovery issues and understand when to escalate to the next level
• Ability to operate and adjust scanning and ancillary equipment

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• ARRT registered technologist, current and in good standing
• Graduate of the American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of radiography
• Licensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Must have training and experience sufficient to competently perform radiographic procedures independently

Preferred:

• Bilingual