Radiologic Technologist - Per Diem - UHealth Palm Beach

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Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet . The Department of Executive Medicine is currently seeking a per diem Radiologic Technologist to work at UHealth Palm Beach. The Radiologic Technologist – Per Diem sees patients referred for radiological examinations and produces radiographs to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems. The incumbent operates with the goal of preventing patients from being exposed to unnecessary radiation. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Operates radiologic and magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes. Reviews and evaluates developed x-rays, video tape, and computer-generated information to determine whether images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes. Records thorough and accurate patient medical histories. Explains procedures, observes patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan, monitors patients’ conditions and reactions, and reports abnormal signs to a physician. Positions and immobilizes patients on examining table. Arranges imaging equipment and adjusts controls to set exposure time and distance. Records, processes, maintains patient data and treatment records, and prepares reports. Organizes examination rooms, ensuring that the necessary equipment is ready for use. Performs scheduled maintenance and minor emergency repairs on radiographic equipment. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary. CORE QUALIFICATIONS Education: Associate’s degree in relevant field Certification and Licensing: Current Florida Basic X-Ray Machine Operator (BXMO) or Radiologic Technologist (RT) license BLS Certification EKG Certificate Medical Assistant Certification preferred Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience Department Specific Functions Perform radiological tests for concierge patients. Enter patient medical information into Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system. Show patients to exam rooms and prepare them to see the providers. Operate medical equipment used to administer routine diagnostic tests: Routine X-rays Bone Density Pulmonary function test Hearing and vision test EKG Assist providers with patient examinations and procedures. Must be willing to travel/float between sites. The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Job Status: Part time Employee Type: Temporary-Intermittent