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Radiology Technologist
Location
Health Services Department
Federal Correctional Institute - Sheridan
27072 SW Ballston Road
Sheridan, OR 97378
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Contract Period: 01 October 2023 30 September 2028
Estimated Salary: $43.19/hour which includes $38.78/hr basic pay plus $4.41 for Health and Welfare benefits.
Work Schedule
A session is defined as one hour. The Radiology Technologist will normally provide 8 (1) hour sessions per day, 5 days per week, excluding Federal Holidays. Work hours will normally be between 06:00-16:30 with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. These hours may be adjusted to meet the needs of the institution. The contractor shall not exceed 40 hours per week.
Attire
The Radiology Technologist is expected to wear professional clothing while on duty (scrub uniforms are approved). The attire worn shall also be appropriate for the correctional environment in which the contract employee will be performing.
Education and Experience
- Be fully licensed to perform radiological procedures by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist.
- Be licensed by the state of Oregon.
- Have a minimum of 6 months of experience.
- Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certified, in accordance with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
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**Copies of Radiologic Technologist, State License and CPR certification must be submitted with the Resume. **
Description of Duties
The Radiology Technician services which include, but are not limited to, the items listed below. Therefore, the Radiology Technologist shall be capable of performing any and all radiology procedures needed without any technical support. The current radiological equipment provided at the institution is a General Electric Optima XR 646 HD machine.
- Knowledge of General Electric equipment is preferred but not required.
- Perform routine radiologic procedures ordered by the medical staff for the inmate population at the institution.
- Transmit, retrieve X-ray images and reports electronically, and scan reports into inmates Bureau Electronic Medical Record (BEMR).
- Receive training to retrieve radiographic consults from BEMR and schedule them to perform all radiographic procedures.
- Work with an inmate population from a variety of cultural, racial, religious and ethnic backgrounds.
- Evaluate radiographic equipment for calibrations and repairs.
- Possess knowledge of basic emergency situations that may occur during special radiographic procedures.
- Schedule exams and maintain records.
- Possess knowledge of various pathological abnormalities as demonstrated by radiographic imaging.
- Independently assess and select technical exposure factors and positions necessary to obtain a proper quality diagnostic exam. Receive patients and explain procedures to alleviate undue anxiety.
- Independently perform all radiographic procedures, i.e., chest, bone, skull, spine, and portable x-rays, etc.
- Notify Radiologist, or referring Physician of any preliminary abnormalities seen while patient is undergoing an exam, so that additional views, or exams can be ordered if needed.
- Coordinate transfer of patient radiologic records to ensure continuity of care.
- Work with Clinical Director to ensure monitoring and evaluation activities are completed.
- Act as liaison between radiologist and medical staff.
- Receive training and orientation and comply with correctional techniques as they pertain to medical services.
- Develop a working knowledge of the local medical protocols.
- Wear outer protective clothing and always obey Center for Disease Control Universal precautions.
- Function in other duties commensurate of a Radiology Technician.
- Computerization and printing of daily log.
- Computerization and printing of exam requisitions.
- Printing of all folder and exam labels.
- Completing all x-ray studies ordered by the medical staff.
- Preparing x-rays for shipment to the radiologist for interpretation.
- Transport of x-rays to radiologist for interpretation.
- Transport all x-rays from radiologist after interpretation.
- Assisting the staff with maintenance of equipment and supplies, and notifying staff when supplies are needed.
- Conducting quality assurance tests and daily maintenance on x-ray equipment as needed.
- Assisting with FDA inspections and preparation for TJC and program review as needed.
- Assuring that all x-ray requests are completed properly.
- Computerization of patient logs and repeat analysis.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- Competitive Compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and vision options.
- Outstanding career growth potential.
ABOUT US:
Fidelity Partners is a Inc. 5000, USA company that provides medical, technical, logistical, and administrative services to the federal government and commercial Clients across the country. Fidelity offers competitive salaries and benefits packages.
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Fidelity Partners provides equal employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or in accordance with applicable federal state, and local laws (EoE).
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