Summary
Location
Dalton
Type
PER_DIEM
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Job DetailsJob Location: HAMILTON MEDICAL CENTER - DALTON, GA 30722Position Type: PRNJob Shift: VariesJob Category: Imaging/RadiologyJOB SUMMARY
Performs MR examinations on patients of all age population contributing to the efficient operation of the department and promoting Hamilton Medical Center's philosophy, to ensure the quality and continuity of patient care. Assists in the clinical training of radiologic technology students. Graduate of MR program preferred. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development and assess data reflective of the patients current status in relation to their age specific needs.
QualificationsJOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Two year degree or certificate in Radiologic Technology from an accredited Radiologic Technology Program deemed by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology. Additional certificate in Magnetic resonance preferred. Other equivalent Certification in Magnetic Resonance considered.
Licensure: ARRT(R) Required or equivalent national licensure considered. ARRT (R)(MR) preferred. Required to maintain continuing education credits as established by the ARRT and ASRT and facility. CPR Required.
Experience: Prior experience preferred, extensive on the job training.
Skills: Ability to operate MR equipment. Ability to manage patient during radiologic procedure. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate with patients, visitors, and employees within the organization. Ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of the patients needs that are age appropriate. Ability to select proper instrumentation/supplies appropriate for age group of patient served.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL, ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Worker is required to be "on feet" most of the day and work is moderately heavy. Extensive amounts of assisting, pushing, pulling, and lifting patients are required.
Worker must be able to adjust routine to accommodate patient or department without affecting departmental flow.
Worker must adjust to performing routine, repetitive tasks under specific supervision.
Worker will be performing in a radiation area and high magnetic field.
Worker will be exposed to blood, body fluids, and potentially hazardous chemicals.
Other facts
About Hamilton Health Care System
Vitruvian Health System, located in Dalton, Georgia and Cleveland, TN, is the premier health care delivery system in northwest Georgia and Bradley County. Vitruvian's mission is to deliver quality healthcare services in a caring atmosphere for patients and their families.
The stylization of Leonardo da Vinci’s sixteenth century drawing of a man symbolizes Hamilton’s concern for the total care and welfare of human beings.
The non-profit system owns and operates Hamilton Medical Center (a 282-bed regional referral hospital), independent and assisted living facilities, four skilled nursing facilities, two low-income senior housing units, and a philanthropic foundation. Hamilton also contracts with Whitfield County to provide emergency medical services.
Bradley Medical Center (BMC), an affiliate of Vitruvian Health Care System, is a not-for-profit hospital that works to bring quality, innovative health care to the Cleveland community and surrounding areas with comprehensive medical services, as well as an experienced team of physicians and caregivers. BMC is actively involved with promoting community-wide health and wellness with locations at the main acute care hospital and Westside Campus totaling 351 licensed beds. BMC is accredited by The Joint Commission, has an accredited Chest Pain Center as recognized by the American College of Cardiology, and is an accredited Joint Commission Acute Stroke Ready hospital.
Since 1921, Hamilton Medical Center has stood as a symbol of innovative, distinctive and compassionate health care for northwest Georgia. Hamilton and the community have been united throughout history by common purpose in service to others and bound by a mission to provide care to all.
To learn more about our physician opportunities at Vitruvian, visit https://vitruvianhealth.com/physician-recruitment/current-opportunities/.
For more information regarding physician opportunities, please contact Mary Morrow - [email protected].
What you'll do
- Performs MR examinations on patients of all age populations and contributes to the efficient operation of the department. Assists in the clinical training of radiologic technology students.
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