Rad Tech

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Radiologic Technologist (Rad Tech), you will be pivotal in producing diagnostic images that enable Radiologists to accurately diagnose and manage patient conditions.Each day, you will perform a variety of imaging examinations, including X-rays, ultrasound, diagnostic fluoroscopy, CT/CAT scans, and MRIs, while actively contributing to a positive patient experience through direct interaction.To excel, you must deeply understand diagnostic imaging's critical importance, encompassing expertise in workflow, patient positioning, and capturing precise results essential for timely and accurate diagnoses.

- Demonstrates Competence And Proficiency With Equipment In Various Locations, To Include Emergency Room, Surgery, Portables, C-Arms, Fluoroscopy And Tomography, In Performing Radiological Exams And Procedures.

- Always identifies self to the patient, and verifies patient identity and physician’s order for requested exam. For inpatients always reviews chart to verify physician order and as a result unnecessary patient radiation can be avoided

- Thoroughly explains the procedure to the patient, while allowing the opportunity for questions concerning the procedure. As a result patient cooperation is gained.

- Always performs exams following protocols established by the Radiologist and as a result, views, number of views, positions, and projections will be consistent.

- Always completes each assigned exam to include: room set up, turning in paper work and previous films if unable to be downloaded to the PACS system, for interpretation by the radiologist, and cleaning of the room and closing the exam in the RIS and PACS.

- Continually demonstrates cooperative and good rapport with fellow technologist and staff, recognizing the need for excellent communication skills in order for efficient patient service.

Job Requirements

Required

- Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

- Proven experience in Customer Service

- Current AHA Basic Life Support Certification

Preferred

- ARRT Certification in Radiography or one of the following specializations upon hire:

Bone Densitometry

- Computed Tomography

- Cardio Interventional Radiography

- Mammography

- Magnetic Resonance Imaging

- Nuclear Medicine Technology

- Quality Management

- Radiation Therapy

- Vascular Interventional Radiography

- Vascular Sonography.

Where You’ll Work

CHI St. Anthony Hospital is a 25 bed licensed for 49 faith-based acute care level four trauma critical access hospital and healthcare campus serving the Pendleton Oregon area for more than 100 years. We are committed to the highest quality of patient care and safety; and to strengthening our community through wellness education. CHI St. Anthony Hospital is designed specifically to ensure that our physicians nurses and healthcare professionals can continue to provide extraordinary care for our patients. The 103,000 square foot hospital features 4 operations rooms 11 emergency rooms 30 private patient rooms and the latest medical equipment. St. Anthony Hospital has plenty of room to grow as needed by the community and will continue to provide the safest quality of care possible. St. Anthony Hospital was also named one of the top patient experience hospitals in 2021. CHI St. Anthony is a member of CommonSpirit Health the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient services-all recognized for quality safety and service. To learn more go to www.sahpendleton.org