What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic Technologist | 32-Hour | South Portland, ME position at InterMed?
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Produce digital radiographs of consistently high quality by using proper techniques in the following areas:
- Proper adjustment of equipment
- Appropriate positioning of patient
- Proper determination of kVp and mAs
- Arranging, attaching or adjusting immobilization and
supportive devices such as sandbags to obtain precise position
minimizing patient discomfort while preventing motion
- Adjustment of protective lead shields
- Utilization of primary beam collimation for every exam
- Positioning of equipment - distance and angle to present clear image
- Appropriate patient and film identification
- Adherence to Radiation Protection Guidelines - ALARA principles
- Competency in pediatric and adult studies as determined by protocol manuals
- Gather all information necessary for successful study i.e. additional patient history
- Obtain additional films in questionable cases to anticipate radiologist’s request
- Maintain x-ray room and work area in clean organized fashion
- Report problems with equipment and assist in resolution
- Answer phone and assist with scheduling as necessary
- Observe universal precautions and other necessary safety procedures such as asking women of child bearing age about possible pregnancies
- Wear radiation monitoring device at all times
- Assist with QA by gathering and reporting any necessary data
- Display necessary technique charts perform QA testing as required, track all repeats and rejects for quarterly analysis
- Maintain all supplies and place orders as necessary
- Maintain certification with American Registry of Radiologic technologists
- Demonstrate working knowledge of Electronic systems: Electronic Medical Record (eCW), Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS)
- Act as clinical mentor to Radiography Students from SMTC, providing guidance and performing clinical competency testing
- Act as a resource for staff/sites regarding exam selection and scheduling of X-ray studies
- Perform other related duties incidental to work therein
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Successful completion of AMA accredited radiology program
- State of Maine and ARRT licensed
- Ability to use independent judgment
- Ability to interact well with radiologists
- Ability to interact in a positive manner with co-workers and other members of the InterMed staff
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast paced work environment, providing excellent customer service
- Ability to make adjustments in daily work schedule to accommodate add-on patients for same day exams
