The Radiologic Technician will perform high quality Diagnostic Imaging exams while providing excellent patient care.

PRN- as Needed- Variable Shifts

Minimum Work Experience

1 year Clinical radiography experience in a hospital environment (Required)

Required Licenses and Certifications

Registered Radiography Technologist (ARRT) (Required)

Functional Accountabilities

Radiographic Positioning & Technique

* Demonstrate working knowledge of all diagnostic imaging equipment and related components.

* Produce high quality radiographs by using proper positioning and immobilization techniques.

* Set appropriate exposure factors to produce high quality films.

* Determine when repeats are required.

Quality Control

* Assure permanent film identification by using lead markers.

* Identify each radiograph/image with proper and permanent patient data.

* Follow correct procedures in regard to warm-up, use and shut-down of equipment.

* Check paperwork, film jackets and patient charges for accuracy prior to submission and complete RIS assignments immediately following exam.

* Maintain cleanliness of exam rooms and equipment.

Patient Care

* Assure room is prepared & stocked prior to start of exam.

* Explain exam to patients/parents.

* Make every attempt to meet scheduled appointment times and accommodate stat or add-on requests.

* Communicate with patient throughout the exam and release patient/parent with appropriate follow-up info.

* Cooperative and willing to assist when asked to travel to a CH-affiliated site.

Clinical Safety

* Adhere to all OSHA regulations.

* Inquire about menstrual status and possibility of pregnancy for female adolescents and teens.

* Shield patients whenever possible.

* Practice personal radiation safety .

* Immediately report equipment malfunctions to manager .

Safety

* Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance

* Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation

* Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation

* Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication

* Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers

* Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance

Organizational Accountabilities

Professional Development

* Maintain A.R.R.T . certification

* Biennially update nCPR certification

* Complete mandatory annual reviews

* Attend seminars and in-services

Organizational Commitment/Identification

* Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization

* Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences

* Demonstrate personal and professional integrity

* Maintain confidentiality at all times

Customer Service

* Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met

Teamwork/Communication

* Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior

* Partner with all team members to achieve goals

* Receptive to others' ideas and opinions

Performance Improvement/Problem-solving

* Contribute to a positive work environment

* Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change

* Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes

* Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment

Cost Management/Financial Responsibility

* Use resources efficiently

* Search for less costly ways of doing things