Department: Diagnostic Imaging

Status: Part-time, flex; 40-80 hours per pay period

Shift: Varies with the needs of the department

Summary

The Radiologic Technologist is a registered professional primarily specializing in the utilization of radiographic equipment as necessary and performs radiographic examinations under the direction of a Radiologist.

Primary Functions

Demonstrates considerable initiative and judgment in determining proper anatomical positioning for areas to be radiographed, calculating exposure techniques and evaluating radiographic images for high diagnostic quality

Demonstrates a good working knowledge of anatomy, physics and exposure techniques to obtain high quality radiographic images

Demonstrates a professional working knowledge of all radiographic imaging equipment

Assists physicians with imaging procedures

Demonstrates appropriate ALARA techniques to maintain patient safety

Practices aseptic techniques as necessary

Adequately explains the examination to the patient including that the report will be available within 24 hours

Demonstrates tact and empathy in all interactions with patients

Able to recognize adverse contrast media reactions and provide appropriate level of acute care

Prepares barium sulfate solutions and administers contrast to render organs radiopaque; assists radiologist with administration of contrast media

Adjusts immobilization devices to prevent involuntary movement of patient

Administers IV techniques for x-ray procedures requiring contrast media

Properly uses venous puncture techniques for contrast injection

Demonstrate a professional working knowledge of all department equipment including PACS, Meditech 6 Electronic Medical Record (EMR), computer systems and phones

Responsible for professional working knowledge of QA/QC for ACR accredited facilities

Responsible for establishing, maintaining and ordering supplies

Responsible for completing required training, focus competency reviews, skill and equipment checklists and continuing education credits

Additional Essential Functions as outlined in the Job Description

Requirements

Skills

Ability to read, write legibly and comprehend the written and spoken word in English; basic computer literacy and ability to effectively learn new software programs required; Working knowledge of medical terminology as it relates to radiology

Education

High school graduate or equivalent; Completion of formal radiologic technologist training in an AMA approved school and registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or registry eligible

Experience

Minimum two years radiology experience preferred

Licensure/Certification

A.R.R.T. registered and credentialed in assigned modality preferred or required within 6 months of hire

Supervised By

Diagnostic Imaging Director