BASIC FUNCTION:
The Radiologic Technologist is responsible for providing patient care and technical skills in the operation of diagnostic radiographic equipment, for diagnostic evaluation purposes, in varying modalities of Radiology.
SHIFT DAYS/HOURS:
Varies. Subject to change based on business necessity.
INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
Supervision Received: Radiology Manager
Supervision Exercised: None
Other: Patients, families, visitors, other hospital personnel, medical staff, other medical facility personnel,
community program personnel, mortuary personnel, EMS personnel, members of the general public.
EXPOSURE TO HAZARDS:
To reduce job hazards, this position is responsible for wearing PPE during job functions. PPE can include: gloves, gown/coat, shoe covers, head/face, eye and ear protection. Each job function requires a different level of PPE, individuals receive initial and annual training to identify the appropriate level of PPE required
Exposed to radiation and high-field magnetic strength; so practice any safety measures available including time, distance, shielding and a thorough screening of the patient.
EQUIPMENT USED:
General Radiology, Dexa, Fluoroscopy, CT, MRI and Mammography equipment
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Operates computer and various Radiology modalities, and equipment for image production.
- Prepares patients for exam (to include scheduling and preps).
- Prepares films for radiologist interpretation.
- Practices safety measure for patient and technologist.
- Instructs student in clinical setting.
- Responds to pager system.
- Interviews patients, provides proper instruction to patients, obtains a thorough screening and history of every patient and provides education for post-procedure when needed.
- Properly performs all exams that are required and reviews outside films and reports when needed.
- Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs of radiology equipment.
- Assures that rooms are equipped with necessary supplies and linens.
- Adheres to internal controls established for department.
- Able to start and discontinue IVs for contrast administration when indicated.
- Properly maneuvers in the EMR and in PACS; marks images for radiologist to read, uploads outside imaging, etc.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Associates degree or radiological graduate from an accredited program. ARRT registered.
Experience: One year experience preferred.
Certificates, License, Registrations: ARRT; RT(R) Additional Licenses- RT(R)(M), RT(R)(CT), RT(R)(MR)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: General anatomy knowledge and the ability to multi-task. Maintain compliance with HIPAA and patient confidentiality.
Physical: Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds occasionally or 10 to 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 pounds constantly. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.