HCA Solutions is currently seeking qualified candidates to serve as Radiology Technician in the Health Service Department at the FCC Hazelton to include the United States Penitentiary (USP), the Federal Correctional Institute (FCI), and the Secure Female Facility (SFF), Sky View Drive, Bruceton Mills, WV.

This is a W-2, full-time position for long-term placement.

The weekly schedule will normally consist of 7.5-10 hours per day, Monday through Friday (except Federal holidays), will not receive overtime. Shall be scheduled between the hours of 0600-1800 with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.

Description of Duties

Provide radiological technician services commensurate with community standards which include, but are not limited to:

Performing routine radiologic studies on the inmate population as ordered by appropriate clinicians.

Correctly positioning patients for radiographs and determining the level of radiation intensity to minimize radiation exposure.

Using standard radiographic equipment, including but not limited to systems produced by GE Medical Systems and Kodak.

Accomplishing all procedures within standard infection control protocols.

Assisting in patient dismissal from the clinic upon completion of treatment as well as ensuring follow up care instructions are understood.

Maintaining radiographic equipment through normal procedures including cleaning and sterilizing as well as minor troubleshooting or repairs. Any defective equipment should be properly reported for corrective action to be taken.

Properly storing and maintaining adequate levels of supplies in assigned rooms. If, at any time, the incumbent notices any supplies running low in the supply room, he/she immediately notifies the person responsible so that supplies can be reordered.

Ensuring instruments and unapproved items are not left in the clinic during non-patient care hours and that proper storage and security procedures are adhered to, as instructed.

Properly processing and documenting radiologic results into the patient electronic medical record as well as assisting in audits and reviews of records.

Maintaining physical copies of radiologic results as needed and following proper filing and storage guidelines.

Performing and maintaining all necessary procedures and documentation of the quality assurance program as described in the guidelines for penal institutions issued by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Serving as a technical consultant to clinicians and providing any necessary training to the mid-level practitioners and other clinical staff in the taking of x-rays.

Completing a wide array of clerical and support duties including utilization of institutional-specific computer programs such as SENTRY

Individuals providing radiological technician services under the contract award must meet all the following requirements:

1. Education: Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or the equivalent) in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, evidenced by a certificate or an associate degree, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or from other accrediting agencies as recognized by the Department of Education (DOE).

2. Certification: Must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, Radiography (ARRT) (R). Further, the individual must possess proof of their current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.

3. Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross

Preferred qualifications and experience include:

1. Experience in providing healthcare in a correctional setting

2. Advanced ARRT certification

Additional professional education and certifications

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Application Question(s):

What is your expected pay rate for this position?
Experience:

Radiology Technician: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:

CPR Certification (AHA or ARC Only) (Preferred)
ARRT Certification (Required)
Work Location: Multiple locations