Radiologic Technologist

Radiologic Technologist

Job ID: 232997
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us
Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associates, bachelors, masters and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

Department Information
2500101 - General Health Services

Job Summary
Perform plain film imaging services to aid in the diagnoses, assessment, and treatment of disease or injury including fracture or foreign body of the skull, spine, chest, abdomen, and extremities. Assist the Quality Compliance Officer with any duties required within the Quality Assurance and Radiology purview.

Responsibilities

• Perform related duties as assigned to support the mission of the University

Clinical

• Oversee the daily operation of the radiology facility, equipment, and supplies
• Manage patients requiring radiology services including transport to radiology room, instructions during the exam as to dressing, breathing, and manipulating body parts to be studied
• Perform radiology studies in conformance with ARRT standards and radiation safety techniques
• Utilize the PACS system for imaging and report transmission
• Act as a liaison among the radiologists and Health Services providers to ensure accurate, timely radiology reports
• Maintain safe and effective use of radiology equipment including daily start-up and shut down in accordance with recommended procedures
• Make copies of radiology studies for patients as requested
• Participate on committees within the department
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient medical records
• Follow all safety and other risk management policies in the performance of work
• Maintain, repair, and clean tools, equipment, and work areas
• Conduct annual in-services for GSU athletic training program students
• Provide entrance screening when necessary, during pandemic conditions

Administrative

• Perform insurance credentialing to ensure proper reimbursement
• Perform AAAHC credentialing for providers and all clinical staff
• Create, edit, and update Health Services policies and procedures within the Quality Assurance and Radiology purview
• Prepare Monthly Health Services Newsletter to facilitate communication throughout the organization
• Conduct monthly chart review
• Perform active surveillance of processes and techniques for detection and prevention of disease, infection, and potential communicable infective sources
• Schedule and assess annual mandatory Emergency Preparedness Drills
• Assist the Nurse Manager with inventory
• Represent Health Services at SAEM student recruitment events
• Attend various industry conferences and training sessions to acquire up to date knowledge, skills, and abilities relating to continuous quality improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements

• Radiologic Technology diploma from an accredited program of Radiologic Technology

Other Required Qualifications

• Maintenance of national certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Current BLS CPR certification

Required Experience

• Five (5) or more years of related work experience

Proposed Salary
$19.33 - $23.08 per hour

Required Documents to Attach

• Please provide three (3) professional references in the Required Documents to Attach section of your application.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Navigate web access and email with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must have the ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, students, and the public
• Ability to work well in a diverse environment

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Working knowledge of medical practice management information system
• Knowledge and skills in maintaining radiology equipment and performing accurate radiology studies

SKILLS

• Demonstrate commitment to inclusiveness by working well with diverse populations
• Use effective communication and human relations skills
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Demonstrate appropriate organizational skills as required for specific position

Apply Before Date
September 24, 2021

Conditions of Employment

• Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.
• Successful completion of background investigation and legal authorization to work in the US prior to employment
• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must have a valid GA driver's license
• Subject to drug screening upon hire and random screening throughout employment.
• Clinical staff will be subject to a continuous query of the National Practitioner Data Bank. Any findings from such query will be addressed appropriately, up to and including termination.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicant for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the America with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to walk, bend, stoop, stand and sit throughout the day
• Must be sensitive to patients' needs
• Must be able to work together with fellow employees to benefit patients
• Possible exposure to chemicals such as disinfectants, cleansers, soaps, etc.
• Possible exposure to latex, plastic, and other materials used for personal protective equipment
• Exposure to noise and distractions
• Exposure to unpredictable behaviors
• Possible exposure to bio-hazardous materials, including pathogens

Background Check
Standard and Education

Other Information
Believing that diversity, equity, and inclusion contribute to excellence in the workplace and to the quality of the University's academic environment, Georgia Southern University is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse faculty and staff to support, promote, and serve a diverse student body and promote Inclusive Excellence. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, whose work furthers the institution's Inclusive Excellence goals, and who bring to campus varied life experiences, perspectives and backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.


To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=39000&JobOpeningId=232997&PostingSeq=1

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