Some call it a career. For us it's a calling.
National Jewish Health is currently seeking a Diagnostic Radiology
Technologist to join our National Jewish Medical Imaging department. The
candidate selected for this role will have efficient, professional,
reliable and motivated team player.
This position will impact the institution by providing high quality
radiographic and fluoroscopic studies in an ambulatory patient care setting.
The ideal candidate will display a willingness to provide quality
patient-centered care while working in a team environment.
As the leading respiratory hospital in the nation, National Jewish Health is
pioneering a new era of preventive and personalized medicine. By combining our
efforts in comprehensive care, academic education and ground-breaking
research, we're able to develop treatments that help our patients live
more productive lives.
Position Summary
Performs quality Diagnostic Radiology, Fluoroscopic, and Bone Density
procedures in accordance with standards set by the American Registry of
Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and the American Society for Radiologist
Technologists (ASRT). This position works within the interdisciplinary
team to provide safe and personalized care for patients.
Essential Duties
Conducts Diagnostic X-ray procedures providing high quality images to assist
the Radiologist in accurate diagnosis.
Performs all Fluoroscopic procedures proficiently while working in
coordination with Radiologists, Radiologists Practitioner Assistants
(RPA's), Speech Therapists, and other qualified physicians as required.
Maintains safe radiation safety practices during all Imaging procedures using
ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable) principles.
Uses hospital information systems proficiently including EMR, scheduling,
RIS and PACS software applications.
Other Duties
Performs as back-up to staff absences and vacancies, as necessary.
Competencies
Accountability: Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a
team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems
quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires
others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to National Jewish
Health.
Attention to Detail: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas
involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the
job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period
of time. Setting high standards of performance for self and others;
assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing
assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than
having standards imposed.
Peer Relationships: Interacts with others in a constructive, positive,
and respectful manner, regardless of individual differences. Assists team
members or co-workers in achieving personal goals and completing assignments.
Patient Relations: Meeting patient and patient family needs; taking
responsibility for a patient's safety, satisfaction, and clinical
outcomes; using appropriate interpersonal techniques to resolve difficult
patient situations and regain patient confidence.
Initiative: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action
to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.
Professional Development or Continuous Learning and Development: Actively
identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage
of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill to enhance
their contribution to the organization.
Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility
None
Travel
None
Core Values
Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.
Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies, the
Employee Handbook, Cod of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date
annually.
Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are
valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the institution.
Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional
and departmental safety policies and procedures.
Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and
procedures.
Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory
agency requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Graduation from a
JRCERT (Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology)
certified radiologic technology program required. Associate's Degree