Radiology Tech - PRN

Summary

Under general medical supervision byDirectorof Radiology and reporting to the Clinic Manager, works independently to perform the technical and clerical duties of a general diagnostic radiology department.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Staff will provide patient care, treatment, and services within the scope of their license, certification or registration and as required by law and regulation.

• Selects proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis.

• Adjusts and sets radiographic controls, such as kilovoltage and milliamperage, to prescribed specifications for proper timing of exposure; regulates the length and intensity of image capture.

• Positionspatients: takes X-rays of patients' chest, limbs, or other parts of the body as requested by physicians.

• Implements infection control procedures for the work area.

• Checks X-rays for clarity of image and repeats X-rays when needed.

• Completes computerized charge entry daily.

• Maintains required records such as patientrecordsand monthly reports.

• Distributes images toappropriate medicalstaff through use of the PACS (Picture Archiving&Communication System.

• Maintains quantity and quality control checks toassureX-ray unit meets standards required by laws, rules, and departmental policies.

• Performs radiographic procedures for patients.

• Cleans,maintains, and makes minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including determining repairs needed to equipment.

• Maintains radiographic supplies and equipment.

• Administers contrast media to patients for video-fluoroscopy and other special studies.

• Performs related work as assigned.

• Protectspatientand other personnel from radiation hazards.

• Administers contrast media to patientsaccording to policy and procedure.

• Makes medical appointments with community hospitals for patients needing examinations outside of Mary Free Bed.

• Performs related work as assigned.

• We'llembrace all people by:

• Treatingeveryone with dignity and respect.

• Opening more doors to opportunity for others to succeed.

• Growing talent and people.

• Ensuring a welcoming experience for all we serve, regardless of origin, race, religion, disability, sexualorientationor socioeconomic status.

• Taking actionagainst discrimination.

• Honoring our differences and how we collaborate.

• Educating staff,patientsand the communities we care for.

• Restoring hope andfreedom,together.

Customer Service Responsibilities

Demonstrate excellent customer service and standards ofbehaviorsas well asencourages, coaches, and monitors the sameinteam members. This individual should consistently promote teamwork and direct communication with co-workers and deal discretely and sensitively with confidential information.

Responsibilities in Quality Improvement

Contribute byidentifyingproblems and seeking solutions. Promote patient/family satisfaction where possible;participatesin departmental efforts tomonitorand report customer service.

Essential Job Qualifications

• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

• Minimum of at least twoyearshospital experience, not including clinical studies.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of diagnostic radiographic procedures.

• Knowledge of how diseases and injuries are diagnosed and imaged radiographically.

• Knowledge of human anatomy.

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the work.

• Previousexperience using PACS (Picture Archiving & Communication System),CR (Computed Radiology)andDR (Digital Radiology) methods of image capture.

• Ability to lift and position patients for the type of X-ray procedurerequired.

• Ability to set up andoperateradiographic and fluoroscopic equipment.

• Ability to clean,maintain, and make minor adjustments to equipment.

• Ability to notice detail in drawings and differences in shapes and shadings.

• Ability to keep andmaintainrecords.

• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Ability tomaintainfavorable public relations

Preferred Job Qualifications

• B.L.S. certification.

• Computer skills.

Physical Requirements for Essential Job Qualification

Levels:

• None (No specific requirements)

• Occasionally (Less than 1/3)

• Frequently (1/3 to 2/3)

• Majority (More than 2/3)

Remain in a stationary position:Frequently

Traverse or move around work location:Frequently

Use keyboard:Frequently

Operate or use department specific equipment:None