X-Ray technolgist

Major Responsibilities

Proficiently performs advanced radiologic procedures.

Must perform and be proficient with all of the following procedures if performed at assigned facility which includes general diagnostic, general fluoroscopy, pain clinic, GI lab, urology, O-Arm and

C-Arm procedures.

Works independently outside the department with providers.

• Collaborates with Surgeons and nursing team to expedite radiology support for surgical cases.
  
  

Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments to provide education on managing patients after procedures and any other imaging department processes and procedures.

Accountable for the performance and documentation of all diagnostic procedures utilizing proper technical parameters to produce quality studies.

• Positions patient, adjusts equipment, secures immobilization and support devices as needed to perform procedures.
• Identifies each patient correctly prior to an exam procedure being performed, using two forms of identification, as indicated by the established Adovcate Healthcare Time out protocol.
• Communicates effectively using AIDET with patients before, during and after exams to assure their comfort and cooperation.
  
  

Provides explanation of delay for testing to patients who are waiting past their scheduled test times. Demonstrates good oral communications skills with patients, fellow associates, physicians and administration.

Adheres to Standards of Behavior at all times.

• Responsible for database entry of appropriate exam charges, starting, completing and verifying each exam for appropriate interpretation by physician upon completion.
• Responsible for maintaining patient privacy while obtaining patient history and any pertinent continuing discussion.
• Adherence to proper handwashing technique at all times.
  
  

Adherence to all accepted safety standards and practices to ensure patient safety and quality patient care.

• Maintains compliance with established safety standards to protect patients and staff at all times.
• Verifies inpatient and outpatient orders as established by the Time Out protocol.
• Uses appropriate lead markers as required
• Obtain consent indicating that patient is not pregnant.
  
  

Obtain radiologist consent/input if patient pregnant.

Understand the operation, technique factors, and idiosyncrasies of function of commonly used radiographic systems in department. Maintains appropriate competencies as defined by the ACR, Established Regulatory Standards, IEMA and ASRT to and not to exclude any other formal regulatory recommended requirements and/or newly revised standards.

• Operates all radiographic equipment and can select and modify technical factors as needed to optimize image quality with lowest possible dose.
• Checks all equipment on a daily basis, inspects for physical hazards in assigned diagnostic rooms, portable units, c-arms and provides report to the ChargeTechnologist and Clincial Engineering of any malfunctions or hazards.
• Must be able to do job related problem solving such as malfunction of equipment, alternate patient positioning and views, realizing equipment or patient limitations.
  
  

Serves as a technical resource, role model and/or preceptor for students and staff.

Acts as a resource to staff at own facility and throughout the system. Education/Experience Required:

• IEMA License
• ARRT Registration
• 5-7 years experience as a Radiologic Technologist
• Knowledge all areas of general diagnostic radiology
• Associate or certificate of Radiology Technology
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Excellent communications skills with the ability to communicate and negotiate with associates at all levels, including physicians and administration.
• Good customer relations
• Good leadership skills, including ability to work with others, team building and good interpersonal skills.
• Able to perform all common radiologic procedures
• ARRT Registry within one year employment
• IEMA License
• CPR Certification
  
  

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Knowledge of all areas of the department
• Able to respond to request to work on short notice
• Flexible in starting times to meet demand
• May require rotating shifts and alternate days
• Willing to work overtime when requested
• Able to periodically take call
• As required, must be able to transport, move, and lift patients
• Musculoskeletal hazard from large amount of job lifting
• Musculoskeletal hazard from repetitive motions
• May be exposed to ionizing radiation
• May be exposed to infectious diseases
  
  

If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015.

Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Addendum: NOTE:

Comply with mandatory DeMedici Computer Program updates;

Maintain CPR Certification; Must maintain professional decorum, and adhere to dress code as required by department; no deviations allowed.

Additional Information

• Attend annual inservices on fire safety, infection control, and radiation protection
• Attends additional seminars
• Joins society or professional; organizations to keep abreast of new developments
• Requires a understanding of confidentiality issues as they apply to staff, patients, and information shared by supervisors
• Works under frequent stress and sensitive clinical settings
• Must function under the established guidelines of policies and procedures manual, and physician and department standards
  
  

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.