Document Imaging Operator jobs in Carson City, NV

This position would require one day a week in Truckee

Bargaining Unit: EAP

Rate of Pay: $49.66/hour DOE

Summary
Performs all duties of the Staff Radiologic position with additional responsibilities for being competent in CAT scan, Special Procedures and Surgical Imaging Procedures. Under the general supervision of the Radiologist, conducts daily operations of the CAT scan and/or Special Procedures Department to include venipuncture for contrast injections.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates x-ray equipment to produce diagnostic radiographs of designated anatomy according to established department exam protocols.
• Transports patients as necessary.
• Selects proper technical factors on individual basis according to established department guidelines.
• Process digital images.
• Provides radiation protection to self and patients.
• Administers contrast media under general supervision of Radiologist, staff physician or Radiology Nurse.
• Responsible for delegated areas of authority in the performance of routine or special procedures.
• Practices sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination.
• Maintains adequate records.
• Maintains order and cleanliness.
• Secures and returns supplies.
• Participates in departmental growth and development.
• Participates and does assigned QA duties consistently.
• Ability to work standby and variable shifts.
• Demonstrates System Values in performance and behavior.
• Complies with System policies and procedures.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities
No supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Education/Experience
Certificate of completion from college or vocational school Successful completion of a Radiologic Technologist Program (College or Institutional Program) approved by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The college program will grant a minimum of an Associate’s Degree (A.S.) or Radiologic Technology program or equivalent.

1-2 years relevant experience

Required Licenses/Certifications
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiography (ARRT-R) -  Upon hire

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Computed Tomography (CT) - Within 6 months of hire into job

California Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) RH -  Upon hire

California Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) RHF (Satisfies CRT RHT requirement) - Within 6 months of hire into job

Nevada Radiologic Technologist (not limited license) -  Within 3 months of hire into job (All staff required to have both CA and NV)

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - Upon hire

BLS: Employee will be enrolled in the Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) Basic Life Support (BLS) Entry or Prep Curriculum (depending on their previous BLS certification). Within 3 months of hire into job

Other Experience/Qualifications

None