Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence.
Overview
Performs radiographic procedures in accordance with established professional and departmental standards and procedures.
Responsibilities
Demonstrates a complete working knowledge of the bone density equipment within the department.Performs all bone density examinations as assigned.Provides radiation protection to patient, staff and self according to prescribed safety standards. Maintains exposure reading within the As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) limits, as evidenced by monthly radiation exposure reports.Correctly identifies patient, compares provider script to order requisition, and ensures the exam and ordering provider are accurate. Consults with the radiologist as necessary.Explains procedures to patients/families and answers any questions to ease anxiety and assure patient cooperation. Obtains an adequate clinical history. Assists in the movement of patients to and from wheelchairs, stretchers and radiographic tables.Verifies images in PACS and tracks patients according to department procedure.Acts as a resource to radiography students and other technologists as required by the organization.Ensures rooms are stocked with appropriate supplies and has the required supplies readily available for procedures. Rotates stock in an orderly fashion and discards expired items.Performs visual preventive safety inspections, identifies problems and communicates to immediate supervisor. Completes routine QC. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
2 years as a Registered Radiologic Technologist
Graduate of accredited School of Radiography
Gains bone density credentials within 1 year if not currently held
Credentials
* DE RADIATION - Delaware State Radiation license * DE LICENSED - Licensed in state of DE * BLS - Basic Life Saving certification
Beebe Healthcare serves the Sussex County community with a medical center located in beautiful, historic Lewes, Delaware, and convenient outpatient locations throughout the county. Founded in 1916 by two physician brothers, Drs. James Beebe and Richard C. Beebe, the medical center in Lewes is a 210-licensed-bed, not-for-profit seaside community hospital. Beebe's specialized service lines include cardiac and vascular, surgical services, oncology, women's health, and orthopaedic services. Beebe offers an array of inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and diagnostic services.
Beebe's five satellite campuses offer imaging, physical rehabilitation, and lab services, as well as walk-in care centers. In addition, Beebe offers Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine and Diabetes Management & Medical Nutrition Therapy.
With a mission to serve the community, Beebe also offers many free screenings and outreach programs through its Population Health Department; and advanced medical care for those who are recuperating at home through Beebe Home Care Services.
Beebe is also training the next generation of nurses through the Margaret H. Rollins School of Nursing, located behind the Medical Cente...r in Lewes.
Beebe's Medical Staff has grown tremendously since the early 1990s. Employed physicians through Beebe Medical Group and our affiliated physicians on Beebe's Medical Staff now serve patients from Milford to Millville in specialties including cardiac surgery, dermatology, endocrinology, family practice, gastroenterology, general surgery, internal medicine, pediatric neurology, and surgical oncology.
Beebe is proud to offer quality care, close to home for the residents and visitors of Sussex County.