Radiology Tech - Mon-Thru - 8p-6:30a

Qualifications

• Vocational / Technical Degree in Radiologic Technology (Required)

Work Experience

• 0 - 1 year Working in a Radiology department in a hospital environment (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Required Certifications/Licensures:
  • Certified Radiography (R)(ARRT)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)

Essential Functions

RADIOLOGY PROCEDURES

• Perform the radiologic and/or fluoroscopic procedure according to the department protocols.
• Identify the patient according to hospital policy.
• Ensure that the correct procedure is performed on the patient either by the patient medical record or physician orders.
• Explain the exam/procedure to the patient and/or family members.
• Set up the procedure room and/or equipment for the exam.
• Ensure the exam is marked anatomically correct.
• QA the exam on PACS before it is released for interpretation.

RADIATION SAFETY

• Follow the established radiation safety guidelines to protect the patient, co-workers, and oneself from unnecessary radiation.
• Maintain knowledge of exposure rates and equipment and the use of safety precautions such as gloves, shields, and badges.
• When performing the exam on the patient, only radiate the area of interest.
• Shield the patient's gonads region, especially children and adults of childbearing age.
• Limit repeat exposures to the patient by ensuring the equipment is set up correctly.
• Maintain quality controls for scanner, power injector, and other equipment in accordance with manufacturer and regulatory guidelines.
• Wear radiation monitoring badges at all times.
• Wear protective equipment when in the radiation field (fluoroscopic exams and/or holding patients):
  • Lead aprons
  • Lead gloves
  • Thyroid shield
  • Leaded glasses
• Stand behind the protective barrier when not needed in the radiation field.
• Limit exposure by either limiting exposure time in the radiation field or increasing your distance from the radiation source.
• Ensure the safety of others during the exam by having them behind the lead barrier or wearing radiation protective equipment during an exposure.

DOCUMENTATION

• Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.
• Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers/users.
• Uses correct terminology.
• Conforms to required style and format.
• Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT USE

• Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role.
• Understands equipment operation.
• Maintains equipment in working order.
• Troubleshoots equipment problems.
• Uses technology to increase productivity.
• Adapts to new technology.

CARE PROCESSES

• Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care.
• Bases care decisions on plan of care.
• Monitors and documents patient response.
• Establishes rapport with clients.
• Adapts communication style, listens, and responds to patient needs.
• Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment.
• Provides effective interventions.
• Respects patients' confidentiality and privacy.
• Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families.
• Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.

Additional Duties

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission, and vision of the organization.
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self-education, attends ongoing educational programs).
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
• For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age-specific customer service skills.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.