ABOUT WILMINGTON HEALTH
Since 1971, Wilmington Health has been committed to the care and health of our community in Wilmington as well as all of Southeastern North Carolina. Wilmington Health is structured as a multi-specialty medical practice with primary care providers integrated into the system. In this way, Wilmington Health is able to provide a comprehensive and coordinated approach to the care of all our patients. Wilmington Health is committed to using collaborative, evidence-based medicine in providing the highest quality of care to the patients we serve.
PURPOSE:
Provides technical services in the radiology department
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs and maintains quality assurance of radiographic examinations
Cares for as well as operates necessary equipment
Maintains cleanliness of x-ray processor
Demonstrates proper usage of radiographic equipment within state and federal guidelines
Performs necessary maintenance with usage of other Special Testing equipment
Replenishes necessary chemicals in radiographic processors as needed
Performs and assists with Special Testing procedures, e., EKG's, PFT's, audiometry, vision tests, Holter monitor application and removal, 30-day event monitor hookup;
Assists with TST's, echocardiograms, pacemaker interrogations and reprogramming, and other diagnostic tests as needed
Administers prescribed oral medications in accordance with physician orders
Properly handles and maintains radiographic film: consistently utilizes proper darkroom techniques and procedures, ensures protection of all films with adequate jackets, which must include accurate information, maintains film files, maintains accurate records of film locations, assures return of films to appropriate destinations
Maintains cleanliness of all work areas
Maintains a supply of clean laundry: sends out all soiled laundry twice weekly, and assumes responsibility for receiving clean laundry; distributes clean laundry to appropriate areas
Maintains an organized file of all radiographic and Special Testing materials
Places orders for all supplies and equipment as needed to maintain adequate stock, utilizing principles of cost effectiveness
Pursues ongoing continuing education: maintains a current standard of knowledge and ability consistent with radiographic examinations; maintains current CPR certification; assists in the updating of Special Testing procedure and to provide department inservice whenever appropriate;
Assumes assigned responsibilities in a cooperative effort to maintain departmental quality assurance
Reviews radiographic films for diagnostic quality
Maintains a professional demeanor in stressful situations, prioritizing and performing all tasks necessary to schedule appointments and maintain records as is required by departmental procedure
Provides assistance to co-workers as is necessary and appropriate, demonstrating a consistent effort to increase the speed and efficiency of all departmental functions
Responds to code blues as an alternate EKG technician
Demonstrates awareness of patient needs and education, striving to provide excellence in quality patient care
Assists all patients as needed
Provides clear, complete instructions to all patients, answering questions as accurately as is possible
OTHER DUTIES:
Other duties as assigned by Radiology Manager
Required Skills
X-RAY TECHNICIAN COMPETENCIES
GENERAL
ADA PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Rarely (Less than .5 hrs/day) Occasionally (0.6 – 2.5 hrs/day) Frequently (2.6 – 5.5 hrs/day) Continuously (5.6 – 8.0 hrs/day)
PHYSICAL DEMAND
REQUIRED?
Standing
Yes
Sitting
Yes
Walking
Yes
Kneeling/Crouching
Yes
Lifting
Yes
Required Experience
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED:
X-RAY TECHNICIAN COMPETENCIES
GENERAL
ADA PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Rarely (Less than .5 hrs/day) Occasionally (0.6 – 2.5 hrs/day) Frequently (2.6 – 5.5 hrs/day) Continuously (5.6 – 8.0 hrs/day)
PHYSICAL DEMAND
REQUIRED?
Standing
Yes
Sitting
Yes
Walking
Yes
Kneeling/Crouching
Yes
Lifting
Yes