Radiologic Technologist-OR

Position Summary: The Operating Room Radiologic Technologist works under the direction and supervision of a physician and the coordination with the Operating Room Supervisor in performing the necessary duties that assists in the coordination and completion of the daily patient caseload involving the use of portable c‐arm fluoroscopy in the Operating Room (OR). Assists with the appropriate patient positioning on operating room table and suggest appropriate immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician. During Operating Room procedures involving the use of x‐rays, is responsible for moving x‐ray equipment into specified position and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors, such as time and distance, based on knowledge of radiographic exposure techniques and protocols. Supervise and instruct students in the operating room areas. Education, License & Cert: High School diploma and graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology program. AAS degree preferred. Certification required: ARRT. Experience: Minimum of six months preferred as a Radiologic Technologist in a Radiology Department of a general acute‐care hospital. Essential Functions: Performs diagnostic radiologic procedures 1. Adjust radiographic equipment to correct settings for each examination. 2. Accurate positioning of patients to fully utilize photometer. 3. Performs appropriate QA on images generated prior to submission to Radiologist. 4. The Operating Room Technologist will be responsible of coordinating the use of c‐arms for all cases and monitoring their cleanliness. 5. Acts as radiation protection advisor during Operating Room procedures by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding skills, and knowledge of applicable exposure factors, to minimize radiation to patient and staff. Checks that everyone is shielded and is wearing appropriate radiation monitoring device (where applicable) before energizing the ionizing radiation equipment. Proficient in‐patient care activities as related to radiology 1. Ability to relate to patient’s information pertaining to ordered procedures. 2. Follow protocols in dealing with patients with infectious diseases. 3. Demonstrate competency in patient preparation including informed consent, and injection of IV contrast. Knowledgeable in the correct use of the Radiology Information System, scheduling, tracking, completion, and down time procedures. Works as part of a team to maintain high standards in radiology. 1. Attends in‐service programs as scheduled. 2. Ability to work cooperatively with other technologists, nurses, and healthcare professionals. 3. Works to keep morale high, does not complain to him/herself, but works at finding a solution to a particular problem. 4. Seeks help and answers to questions when they are not sure. 5. Performs examinations in a confident, timely fashion. 6. Provides for patient’s modesty, comfort, and privacy. 7. Demonstrates willingness to accept non‐routine work assignments, as appropriate. Aseptic Technique and Understanding 1. The Operating Room Radiologic Technologist must have prior knowledge and working experience of aseptic techniques, manual decontamination process of portable c‐arm fluoroscopy equipment, recognize method of decontamination based on detergents and disinfectants used in the decontamination process, must be aware of the appropriate work attire and personnel protective equipment. 2. Attention to detail is very important in this area and the complete understanding by the Operating Room Radiologic Technologist not to contaminate the sterile field. 3. Incumbent work conditions include but not limited to use of surgical scrubs, waterproof apron, boot covers, heavy gloves, head gear, and facemask with splashguard and the use of a cover gown over the scrubs when not in the area. 4. May require changing into clean scrubs when required to move from a dirty to a clean area. Other Duties: 1. Cleaning and restocking rooms daily. 2. Ability to deal with stressful situations (e.g. traumas) 3. Reports problems occurring with equipment to supervisor or QA technologist. 4. Supervises, instructs, and evaluates radiology students assigned to his/her area. 5. Must be able to transport portable equipment to operating room suite, emergency room, nursing units, and morgue. 6. Meets regularly at Radiology Department meetings. 7. Must have ability to react quickly to emergency situations such as patient fainting, patient being unsteady for procedure, if unsafe situation occurs (such as fire), getting the patient to safety and sounding alarm. 8. Must be able to work all shifts, including weekends, on a scheduled basis. 9. Other duties as assigned.