Rad Xray/Lab Tech

Company: MercyOne - North Iowa
Location: Sioux City
Posted on: October 15, 2020

Job Description:

Rad Xray/Lab Tech MercyOne North Iowa Sioux City, IA, USA Oct 07, 2020 Laboratory Job Description Department: 12460_50165 Urgent Care Expected Weekly Hours: 32 Shift: Day Shift Position Purpose: X-ray/lab tech is needed for Singing Hills Family Medicine and Urgent Care. $2,500.00 bonus for a 2-year commitment! Job Description Details: Job Duties: Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide service/care appropriate to the age of the patients served, in accordance with Mercy standards. Receives, collects, identifies, and labels specimens. Draws blood from patient for blood lab tests. Conducts tests for evaluating individual health problems. Charts results of lab done in-house into the patient's chart. Maintains logbook in lab. Records lab tests sent to referral lab in log book; prepares specimen for shipment, records results when test is returned on patient's chart, place on doctor's desk for review. Maintains logbook for pathology tissues sent to referral lab. Cleans and sterilizes laboratory equipment, glassware, and instruments. Cleans work area. Performs quality control and maintenance. Prepares solutions, reagents, and stains. Orders supplies as necessary. Prepares patients for radiologic procedures. Takes X-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety. Uses a variety of radiation protection and shielding materials. Insures equipment is in working order. Reports equipment malfunctions to supervisor. Logs radiologic procedures completed. Processes routine paper work. Types and files reports as requested. Develops and processes radiologic film. Orders film and other supplies as necessary. Recognizes and communicates issues/occurrences utilizing established lines of authority, and assists in identifying ways to resolve variances or unacceptable outcomes. Actively participates in department meetings, committees, conferences, and in services. Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Mercy and Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Mercy and Trinity Health's Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior. Maintains confidentiality of information pertaining to clients, physicians, employees, and Mercy business. Demonstrates general working knowledge of computers and department specific software (i.e. Healthstream, internet, etc.) Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Job Requirements: High school graduation required. Associate degree with courses in chemistry, biology, or related fields. Completion of course in radiologic technology approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Laboratory experience preferred. Completion of clinic laboratory training within six months of taking this position. Limited license for radiology required. Is able to communicate effectively with all members of the health care team. Is able to perform a variety of duties characterized by frequent change. May be requested to travel within the Siouxland region. When assigned to travel, a valid drivers license and proof of insurance will be submitted to manager prior to travel. Must have a general working knowledge of computers and department specific software (i.e. Healthstream, internet, etc.) Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment. Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Mercy and Trinity Health. Trinity Health's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health employs about 133,000 colleagues at dozens of hospitals and hundreds of health centers in 22 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions. Trinity Health's dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

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