(Archived) Radiographic Technologist

Radiographic Technologist job in Anchorage, Alaska.

The position is a civilian position within the extensive military medical system. Civilian and military personnel work together in hospitals and clinics providing a full range of services to the active duty military service members, military retirees, and their families.

Our employees are our best assets! Come join our team of healthcare professionals where you are valued.

• Work Life Balance
• Monday-Friday day schedule
• Holidays off
• Full-time hours
• PTO - fantastic accrual rate
• 10 paid holidays
• Competitive Compensation
• Benefit Package (health, dental, and vision plans)

Radiographic Technologist Job Overview:

• Perform portable surgical fluoroscopy procedures
• Perform routine diagnostic radiological procedures/services.
• Adhere to radiation safety policies and procedures in accordance with Radiology Department policies and procedures.
• Send appropriate image series to the radiologist for reading according to protocol.
• Correctly position the patient for the examination and make technical adjustments necessary for the required examination. Determine if any special patient preparation is required.
• Process digital images and submit for interpretation by radiologists.
• Document all procedures and maintain records in accordance with policy.
• As directed, perform system calibrations and quality control tasks according to the manufacturer and policy.
• Recognize artifacts and equipment errors and notify designated personnel of outlying values.
• Initiate repair call procedures for equipment malfunctions by notifying designated personnel. Report problems to the Biomedical Repair Section and record the problem condition in the trouble call log book.
• Observe and report to the radiologist any symptoms which have direct bearing on the patient's condition as a result of adverse reaction to contrast media and inform the radiologist of any condition requiring his/her attention.
• Recognize the need for and institute the necessary emergency measures for situations where a person requires resuscitation procedures due to cardiac or respiratory arrest.

Radiographic Technologist Job Qualifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association (AHA)
• Certificate
• Graduate from an academic program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
• Certification: Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT)
• Experience: One year of experience as a radiologic technologist
• Computer competency (Microsoft applications and Outlook)

Position contingent on contract award with an expected April 2019 start. Incumbents HIGHLY encourage to contact us! Come join our team of healthcare professionals!