About this role
Location Address:
2400 Unser Blvd SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $29.32 Maximum Offer $49.91
Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Radiographer I to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing high-quality diagnostic imaging examinations in accordance with established protocols and procedures. This role requires a commitment to patient care, safety, and providing exceptional customer service.
How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
- Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
- Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
- Malpractice liability insurance
- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher
Education
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Department
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EPIC electronic charting system
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Type of Opportunity: Full time
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FTE: 1.00
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Job Exempt: No
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Work Shift: Weekday Schedule Monday-Friday (United States of America)
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Responsibilities:
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Deemed competent by the Radiologist using observation, a skill checklist and return demonstration to perform a limited list of advanced fluoroscopic imaging procedures.
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Example: NG tube placements, UGIs, sophograms, BEs, defecography's, cystograms, etc.
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Performs radiographic examinations including acquiring adequate history and reviewing this history with the Radiologist before performing the exam.
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Performs other duties/tasks as assigned.
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Demonstrates proficiency in the utilization of RIS/PACs and EPIC
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Mentors’ new employees and students and provides one-on-one educational in-services/sessions.
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Completes all mandatory and modality-specific education (radiation safety, age-specific criteria, and others as assigned.)
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Communicate with radiologists/managers/co-workers all important information regarding a patient or safety situation.
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Communicates with patients and families using AIDET and EPE to reduce anxiety and ensure patient and family comfort.
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Check the patient chart against the order entry to ensure it matches.
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Obtains registration/licensure renewal at least 2 weeks before expiration. Communicates with
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Maintain the required stock of supplies for each radiography room.
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Completes annual competencies created for specific modalities.
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Ensures all exam and contrast charges are entered accurately timely and appropriate to the script.
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Contact the MD office when the script does not match the necessary protocol.
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Performs daily QA/QC/Room checks/temperature checks/crash cart checks/as assigned.
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Adjust technical factors according to protocol, age, weight, condition, etc. to create acceptable diagnostic images.
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Effectively cleans all equipment that will be used in sterile work areas or in areas where contact precautions were in effect.
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Qualifications:
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High School Diploma or GED required.
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Associate Degree preferred.
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NM Radiography Technologist (RRT) License required.
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ARRT R.T.(R) certification is required at the time of hire.
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BLS Certification is required at the time of hire.
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We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
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Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
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Learn more about our employee benefits.
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About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
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Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.
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Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
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AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
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Compensation Disclaimer
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The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.