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LifePoint Health Radiology Tech, FT in Los Alamos, New Mexico
$20,000.00 Sign On Bonus for twenty four month FT commitment
Twelve months of $1,000.00 Housing Allowance Upon Relocation
At Los Alamos Medical Center, we work hard to provide high quality care that’s continuously recognized for excellence. In the past year, we have earned numerous recognitions that show how we’re both a great place for care and a great place to work! We have achieved an 'A' for our Leapfrog grade, have acquired Lifepoint Health NQP accreditation, Newsweek has named us a Top Hospital in NM, and have been honored for our Lifepoint Health Diversity Program. We are proud of our work and patient care. We invite you to come be a part of this organization.
Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits, and reports scan results.
Minimum Education
Associates degree required. Graduate of a program in discipline required.
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) current upon hire.
New hires will have ninety (90) days from date of hire to obtain American Heart Association certifications. Notwithstanding this ‘grace period’ for obtaining American Heart Association certifications, employees are not excused from being current in any and all existing certifications that are required for their position as outlined in the position job description.
Licenses:
ARRT certified/registered in Radiography
NM State Radiologic Technologist Certificate (RRT)
Job: *Radiology/Imaging Services
Organization: *Los Alamos Medical Center
Title: Radiology Tech, FT
Location: New Mexico-Los Alamos
Requisition ID: 7435-2423