Radiology Tech (PT) - Patient Care Associates
Company: Surgical Care Affiliates
Location: Englewood
Posted on: May 9, 2022
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Job Description:
US-NJ-Englewood# of Openings: 1Category: Technician/Clinical
UnlicensedSystem ID: 20426Group Name: AcelaOverviewSurgical Care
Affiliates (SCA) is transforming specialty care in our communities.
We relentlessly create value by aligning physicians, health plans
and health systems around a common goal: delivering exceptional
care and healing to our patients and communities we serve. We are
driven to achieve the quadruple aim in health care: high quality
outcomes and a better experience for patients and providers, all at
a lower total cost of care. As a national leader in surgical care,
SCA's 10,000 teammates operate more than 250 surgical facilities
that serve nearly 1 million patients per year. For more information
on SCA, visit www.scasurgery.com.Why join SCA? Consider the
following fantastic benefits...Positive work cultureCareer growth
opportunitiesComprehensive medical, vision and dental insurance -
eligible on Day 1 of employmentPaid time off plus 8 paid
holidaysMaternity/paternity/adoption benefitsEmployer-paid life and
short- and long-term disability insuranceExcellent 401(k) Plan
Accountabilities / ResponsibilitiesWe are actively hiring for an
Radiation Technologist.Promote the mission, vision, and values of
SCA. Develop an individualized patient plan of care by
implementing: Protecting the patient from injury caused by
extraneous objects and chemical, electrical, mechanical, and
thermal sources. Demonstrating safe operation of equipment and
machinery and follows procedures for reporting and correcting an
unsafe situation. Speaking up with safety concerns acting as the
patient's advocate. Adhering to standard precautions including the
use of personal protective equipment. Performing interventions to
protect the patient from infection. Protecting the patient's
rights, dignity, and privacy. Providing age-specific, culturally
competent, ethical care within legal standards of practice.
Complying with Universal Protocol and facility site validation and
time-out policy. Knowledge of radiation equipment including the
maintenance and care of equipment Maintain radiation safety at all
time in accordance with facility policies and procedures. Follow
established protocols for cleaning, preparing, and operating
radiological equipment. Evaluate the patient's progress toward
attaining outcomes. Apply principles of radiation protection to
teammates, LIPs, and patients Assist physician with imaging
procedure Follow safety procedures and manufacturer's instructions
when handling cleaning solutions, supplies and equipment. Ensure
proper identification and documentation of radiographic images
Evaluate radiographic images for technical quality and stores film
according to facility's policy and guidelines Inventory, receive,
and restock materials used for radiological services. Comply with
organizational policies, regulatory and accreditation standards,
and professional guidelines. Provide hand-off report to other
teammates that are accurate, concise, and pertinent to the
patient's condition and response to care. Demonstrate effective
communication and collaboration skills with members of the
perioperative team and other stakeholders. Serve as a member of a
multidisciplinary team in planning perioperative patient care.
Document episode of care accurately, timely, completely, and
legibly. Participate in quality review and performance improvement
projects. Participate in the performance appraisal process. Use
problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective
work relationships. Maintain required competencies. Pursue
professional growth. Act as a patient advocate and maintain privacy
and confidentiality of individuals and health information. Comply
with all SCA and facility policies and procedures, regulatory and
accreditation standards and professional guidelines when providing
patient care. Actively participate in team meetings, trainings, and
daily safety huddles. Demonstrate fiscal responsibility. Perform
all other duties as assigned. QualificationsHigh school graduate or
equivalent. Completion of an accredited radiology program required.
Prior experience as a radiation technologist/procedure technologist
preferred. Successful completion of BCLS Course within 90 days of
employment required or documentation of current BCLS certification.
Certification in radiation technology is preferred. AART licensure
as required by state Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
Physically demanding, high-stress environment Exposure to blood and
body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and
repetitive motions Pushing and pulling heavy objects Full range of
body motion including handling and lifting patients and equipment
Manual and finger dexterity Hand eye coordination Standing and
walking for extensive periods of time Lifting and carrying items
weighing up to 50 lbs Corrected vision and hearing to within normal
range Working irregular hours PI176328082
Keywords: Surgical Care Affiliates, Yonkers , Radiology Tech (PT) - Patient Care Associates, Healthcare , Englewood, New York
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