Radiologic Technologist

This position is currently open.

Public?:

Public

Division:

Health

Reports To:

Radiology Manager

Type of Position:

Regular Full Time

Location:

Little Axe Health Center / 15951 Little Axe Dr. / Norman, OK 73026

General Description

This position is located at the Little Axe Health Clinic, Norman, OK and the Absentee Shawnee clinic in Shawnee, OK. The Little Axe and Shawnee clinic are outpatient multi-disciplinary clinics established and managed by the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma. The AST health clinics provide direct care services to Native American patients. The purpose of the position is to provide diagnostic radiographic services for the clinic patients in an outpatient setting. This position may also include additional duties outside the rim of Radiology. This position functions under the supervision of the Deputy Director, Clinic Medical Director, Physician or Medical Provider.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Receive patients, explain procedure, positions patients, select and set technical factors, set up and adjusts equipment and make the necessary exposures for the requested procedure.
• Independently make routine radiographic examination of head, trunk, spine, extremities and abdomen for diagnosis of illness or injury.
• Provide a clean and safe area for the patients and co-workers in the clinic.
• Make minor repairs and adjustments to the x-ray equipment.
• Maintain a log book on all equipment containing problems with equipment, service call and all repairs done.
• Provide monthly report on the number of exams administered; provide information to reading Radiologist and Medical Director of ASTHA Medical Director.
• Follow to completion all exam documentation through EHR, RIS and PACS systems.
• Assure imaging exam reports are documented in EHR in a timely manner.
• Travel to different clinics as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education Requirements and Qualifications

• High School diploma and post-secondary training as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Must be registered through ARRT or Registry eligible.
• Experience with digital and PACS radiology systems.
• Must have independent performance of a number of complex and difficult examinations; New Graduate welcome to apply.
• Knowledge of radiographic exposure technique and formulas in order to control contrast, density, magnification and distortion.
• Knowledge of radiation protection stands, devices and techniques with the understanding of the limitation of each and the ability to understand and compensate for each.
• Knowledge of physiology, anatomy and the appearance and location of major organ systems such as the urinary tract, digestive and respiratory systems.
• Ability to operate the radiology equipment alone.
• Ability to correctly position patients for radiographic exposure including the ability to make technical adjustments to compensate for body size, frail patients, and immobile patients.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to interact well with patients, staff, and other agency professionals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational assessment skills.
• Ability to fully utilize a computer.
• Ability to perform duties with a minimum supervision.
• Ability to function as a team member.
• Ability to be a dependable team member of the clinic setting and be ready to start work on time.
• Must have a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, bend or kneel for long periods of time.
• Prolonged sitting, standing, or walking; occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, and stooping; good finger dexterity and sensory perception; frequent repetitive motions; as well as talking, hearing, and visual acuity are required.
• Frequent lifting (up to 15 lbs)
• Occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs)

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma (AST) is committed to Equal Employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. However, in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 U.S. Code 472 and 473) preference in filling vacancies are given to qualified Indian candidates. AST will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its amendments.

Native American Preference/EEO/Drug Free/Smoke Free Workplace

Posted Date:

12 hours 51 min ago

Tribal Preference/Native American Preference/EEO/Smoke Free/Drug Free Workplace

Indian preference applies to all positions, but all resumes will be accepted.

Forward Completed Absentee Shawnee Tribe applications with resume to:

Absentee Shawnee Tribe

Human Resources Department

2025 South Gordon Cooper Dr.

Shawnee, OK 74801

Fax: 405-273-2710

Email: [email protected]