Job Summary:
- Under the direction of the Radiology Manager and Diagnostic Team Leader, performs a variety of diagnostic procedures with technical expertise and competency.
- Understand the daily operations of all radiographic equipment and departmental flow to obtain optimal imaging and patient care for diagnosis and measure of disease.
- Performs and assists in various general diagnostic procedures that produce optimal imaging with diagnostic quality according to the department's policy and procedures daily.
- Follows standards for routine diagnostic exams, positioning, patient care, and documentation as prescribed in the procedure manual set forth by the imaging department.
- Provide optimal diagnostic imaging and radiation safety for the purpose of diagnostic interpretation.
- Selects the appropriate technical factors, safety devices, and operates all imaging equipment as directed.
- Orient and train all Radiology students, new employees.
- Identifies, processes, transfers, and archives all patient exams.
- Responsible for proper identification on all exam records and images including patient demographics.
- Responsible for maintaining the continuing education required for this position.
- Maintains constant attention to patient assigned to the technologist.
- Maintains all records in accordance with Hospital and Regulatory policy.
- Maintains all HIPAA regulations and policies regarding patient info.
- Maintains appropriate records of patient examinations.
- Maintains the integrity and security of the Radiology Information System and all other hospital computer systems.
- Adheres to federal and state radiation safety guidelines and regulations regarding patient and operator protection, collimation, and shielding.
- Ensures dosimeter badge is worn while working in the imaging department.
- Document and record the Dose Area Product (DAP).
- Provide radiation protection in accordance with all safety standards and the principle of ALARA to ensure the well-being of patients, hospital personnel, and the public while performing any duties.
- Conducts self in a professional manner.
- Refers to the Diagnostic Team Leader for any unresolved problems relating to staffing, morale, work methods, discipline, and other activities.
- Promotes professionalism, continuing education, and staff development.
- Participates in the formal in-service program governed by the Radiology Department.
- Subject to covering call for holidays.
- Complete all hospital and Radiology Department mandatory education as required annually.
- Completes training and in-services presentations required for the Diagnostic Department..
- Promotes Family Centered Care Philosophy.
Education Requirement
Required Education:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Technical diploma from a radiology program.
- Complete all hospital and Radiology Department mandatory education as required annually.
- Responsible for maintaining the continuing education required for this position.
Preferred Education:
Required Certifications & Licensure:
- Radiology Technologist (RT) from the American Registry for Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) issued through an organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (e.g., American Heart Association or Red Cross).
Preferred Certifications & Licensure:
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Required Skills & Experience:
- At least three (3) years of experience.
- Intermediate knowledge of all forms of diagnostic imaging.
- Intermediate knowledge of specific/cross-trained area.
- Intermediate knowledge of Radiology Information System.
- Able to handle multiple tasks.
- Good organizational skills.
- Good phone etiquette and communication skills.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
Schedule Notes
- Schedule: 8O5 or 4O10.
- Shift: Primarily Day Shift, with the possibility of rotating between Day and Evening shifts as needed.
- No overnight shifts are required.
- Peds Experience is a must-have.
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Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes:
- Medical Insurance
- Vision & Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Matching 401(k)
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Discounts & Rewards
- Payroll Payment Options
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