FREE STANDING ED TECH - MASSILLON at Aultman Health Foundation – CANTON, Ohio

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE POSITION

The purpose of this position is to obtain high quality images to assist in the diagnosis and/or treatment of our patients. Assist the ER physician with patient care and work within the Free Standing Emergency Department

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE JOB FUNCTIONS

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Maintains current License/certification/registry as mandated
• Completes and adheres to knowledge gained through annual employee education (CPR, competency, safety, etc.).
• Adheres to hospital policy of time and attendance.
• Prompt and regular attendance at assigned work location. Shows flexibility in working various shifts & is available for call as assigned.
• Ability to work shifts of at least 8 hours and up to 12 hours.
• Offers input for the improvement of patient care.
• Maintains confidentiality of information regarding patient, employees, hospital, & physicians.
• Recognizes self-responsibility and accountability for own practice.
• Works harmoniously with other healthcare personnel.
• Uses Personal Protective Equipment & utilizes Standard Precautions (former Universal Precautions) when performing tasks presenting the possibility of exposure to blood or body fluids.
• Demonstrates an awareness of the continuing changes taking place in the role of this job.
• Creates and fosters a work environment that is consistent with the Mission, Vision, & Values of the Aultman Health Foundation.
• Supports strategic organizational goals.
  Specific Job Duties

• Identifies each patient and reviews each physician order for consistency of exam ordered with clinical diagnosis & all demographic information. Records pertinent data at all times. (Patient History, Explanation of Limited Examination, etc.)
• Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology & effects of disease process to properly & safely position the patient for maximum diagnostic yield.
• Perform EKGs and Point of Care Testing, running and resulting labs along with daily QC.
• Obtain vital signs and room patients. Document history from patient, answer call lights, assist during cardiac arrest situation, assist patients to/from restroom, start IVs, and stocking of rooms.
• Transport patients to/from Imaging as needed.
  
  
• Perform all Imaging needs (CT or general x-ray).
• Assesses patient condition, ensures patient safety through proper use of support/immobilization devices, & proper transport/transfer technique with regard given to the age of the patient.
• Reviews each examination for technical accuracy making all of necessary anatomy is included on study.
• Communicates all pertinent information to patient or person responsible.
• Dispense appropriate preparations to patients as indicated by departmental protocol and/or physician order.
• Administers contrast according to department protocols & utilizes power injector for IV contrast administration.
• Performs IV starts using the appropriate gauge angiocath on patients requiring IV contrast administration.
• Utilize the 3D workstation to do P.E. studies and or angiography work ordered by physician
• Explain exams/procedures to patients & address any questions or concerns.
• Assists with examinations of higher complexity & interventional procedures.
• Potential for registering patients and patient sitter

EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education/Experience

• ARRT License
• ODH Radiographer License
• Preferred 1 year experience

Desired Qualifications

• Preferred CT registered

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

JOB LOCATION AND SCHEDULING

• Schedule will be 12 hour shifts.
• Weekend & Holiday rotation.
• Subject to frequent interruptions and changes in priority of duties throughout the day.
• Subject to varying & unpredictable situations
• Sitting/standing/moving about during working hours
• Expected to adhere to Hospital Policy & Procedures.
• Handles Emergency and Other Crisis Situations
  
  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS ADDENDUM
  Additional information concerning physical requirements for the position:
  Please list any additional requirements
  

• Ability to stand for prolonged periods.
• Ability to lift and move patients.
• Ability to [walk, push, stoop, bend, twist, turn, kneel, squat, reach]

HAZARDOUS EXPOSURE CATEGORY

Category I - tasks that involve high risk to exposure of blood, body fluids, or tissues