HCA Solutions is seeking a part-time Radiology Technician for the Federal Correction Institution - FCI McKean. Work hours will normally be between Monday through Friday, between 6:00 and 4:00 PM, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. These hours may be adjusted to meet the needs of the institution and shall not normally exceed 30 hours per week. This is a contracted, W-2 position with long term placement.

Duties:

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 co1nply 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.
Qualifications:

Fully licensed to perform radiological procedures by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist.
Licensed by the state of Pennsylvania.
Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certified, in accordance with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract