Radiology Technologist or General X-Ray Operator

We are seeking a Registered Radiology Technologist but also able to consider a General X-Ray machine Operator for our Medina Hospital. Qualifications for both job titles are as follows:

Registered Radiology Technologist:

Responsibilities:

• Performs general radiology, portable, and fluoroscopic procedures (GIs, GUs, pediatrics, arthrograms, spine center).
• Produces images of optimal quality for interpretation with accuracy and without delay.
• Maintains documentation requirements to ensure that all technical data is entered timely and accurately.
• Notifies management and takes proper action to address equipment malfunctions.
• Educates patients regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• Ensures patients' comfort and safety during and after the exam.
• Assists with scheduling patient procedures.
• Monitors and determines priority of patients.
• Demonstrates care and operation of Radiology equipment according to technical specifications and applications.
• Assists Radiologist with fluoroscopic, GU, GI, and pediatric procedures.
• Acquires, archives, transmits, and prints images via PACS.
• Capable of after hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork.
• Reports immediately any malfunctions to help desk and PACS Administrator.
• Processes billing via RIS.
• Provides instruction and mentoring to new hires and Radiology students.
• Continually strives to learn new technical information and skills through attendance of periodic in-service programs and participation in professional affiliation sessions.
• Potentially rotates through all diagnostic imaging modalities, sites and/or locations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.

Certifications:

• Must be a Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(R) (ARRT), in good standing.
• Current state licensure required prior to employment.
• (BLS) certification required.

Complexity of Work:

• Knowledge of anatomy and related pathologic processes.
• Ability to communicate well with Radiologists and physicians to coordinate proper imaging of patients.
• Strong communication skills are essential to provide excellent care to patients and families.
• Ability to function well with minimal or no direct supervision.

Work Experience:

• Minimum one year experience as a General Radiologic Technologist preferred.

General X-Ray Machine Operator:

Responsibilities:

• Performs standard diagnostic radiologic procedures to include Chest, Abdomen, Spine, Extremities and skull within the practitioner's scope of practice.
• Ability to operate Computerized and Digital Radiographic equipment.
• Performs patient exams quickly and efficiently to maximize productivity, patient flow and throughput.
• Understands the mechanics and technical components of each x-ray resource within the scope of practice.
• Keeps resources inventories properly so that all supplies and equipment are on hand.
• Understands the computer systems used in the department (i.e. Radiology Information Systems, CCF orders systems, CCF scheduling systems).
• Ability to function in other capacities of the Radiology Department Provides patient care and assistance.
• Assists the patients to provide them comfort throughout the visit.
• Reports problems immediately to the Supervisor.
• Assists in maintaining the flow of patients in and out of the department.
• Establishes and maintains friendly and cooperative relations with those contacted in the course of work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Completion of 12 classroom hours of instruction in accordance with the requirements of the particular State approved facility attended.
• Appropriate clinical training of at least 8 hours with proven competency for the clinical site in area (s) of practice (e.g., Chest, Abdominal, Spine, Extremities, and Skull x-rays).

Certifications:

• Current State Licensure as a General X-Ray Machine Operator (GXMO).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.

Complexity of Work:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Work Experience:

• One year of General X-Ray Machine Operator experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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