What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiology Technologist position at Murray County Medical Center?
Position Purpose
This position is responsible for acquiring (or providing) optimum quality images while maintaining safe and professional care for our patients and performing excellent customer service to patients while maintaining strict confidentiality. Must be able to operate all equipment in a safe manner and ensure that all policies and procedures are followed, while at the same time, communicating effectively with patients, providers, nurses, radiologists and other facilities. This position is responsible for the daily operations of the Imaging department, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, equipment QA, and reporting equipment failures.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Maintains interactive communication with patients and families and effectively addresses conflict and opportunities for improvement. Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
Prepare patient for procedure through successful communication of preps and scheduling. Protect patient with proper shielding from radiation.
Communicate relevant patient data to attending physician in a timely manner.
Document all procedures and activities performed on patients so records are maintained and legal documentation is followed. Maintains departmental files and records according to state, federal, HIPPA and other needed guidelines.
Follows all policies, procedures and department goals.
Demonstrates respect and understanding of differences among staff and knowledge of human behavior.
Accommodates internal and external customers in a timely, courteous and respectful manner.
Operate and maintain quality control, on equipment, and monitor to ensure equipment is functioning properly in a safe and effective manner.
Demonstrate knowledge of MCMC regulations regarding patient care, fire and safety, infection control, disaster plans and emergency codes. Wear personal protective equipment and shield self from radiation.
Assists in maintaining a clean, safe environment (unobstructed walkways, storage, wipes up spills, etc.). Reports potential problem situations to appropriate personnel.
Actively participates in Performance Improvement projects for the department.
Other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
· This position works under close supervision.
· The noise level in the work place is moderate.
· Mental demands include ability to concentrate on moderate to high detail. Also, the ability to communicate with patients in a manner of discretion.
· Employee is exposed to blood borne, airborne, body fluids, radiation, loud noises, illness/infections and wastes daily.
· Frequent standing, walking, squatting, and lifting. Occasional periods of sustained effort involving lifting/carrying up to 60 pounds; assists with lifting and moving patients. Frequently lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients. Occasionally pushes/pulls or moves/lifts heavy equipment/supplies. Frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling or crouching.
· This position must be able to push up to 1600 lbs. on wheels. It has a drive unit.
· Good vision is required to distinguish between densities and to see fine detail on imaging exams.
· This position is intermittently exposed to electrical shock.
· This position occasionally handles sharp objects.
· This position is frequently interacting with radiation.
Equipment Operation
· Employee should, in time, be familiar with all radiology equipment in the department which includes x-ray machine, x-ray portable, CT, and C-arm.
· Must be proficient in office machines, such as computer, copier, faxing and scanning.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Minimum Shift Requirements
- Call 2 week nights a month (Mon-Thur 5:30pm to 7am)
1 weekend every Quarter (5:30pm Friday to 7am Monday)
Weekends should be decided 2 months in advance and week nights by 15th of the month before. Additional nights, weekends, and holidays may be worked if requested.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $ $41.50 per hour
Pay may depend on skills and/or qualifications
Work Location: In person
Salary : $42