What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic Tech II position at Riverview Health?
Job Summary
The Radiologic Technologist II, or Rad Tech II, competently operates in two or more modalities within Riverview Health’s Imaging department. This can include MRI, CT, Ultrasound, Specials, Nuclear Medicine, and Mammography to produce accurate Diagnostic examinations and possible Interventional procedure. The Rad Tech II performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment and responsible for designated areas or procedures as required.
Job Responsibilities
- Communicates with the patient in a professional manner, explaining the procedure and addressing patient questions or concerns.
- Positions patients and accurately selects anatomic and technical parameters.
- Implements radiation protection and safety protocols and standards.
- Prepares, performs and assists the physician in special and advanced procedures.
- Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
- Ensures all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.
- Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
- Assists in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.
- Observes and reports general physical and mental condition of patients for signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change.
- Other duties as assigned including covering clerical, administrative duties as needed.
Education Requirements
- Minimum: Graduate of an approved Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
Experience Requirements
- Minimum: Diagnostic radiology experience and competent in secondary modality
- Preferred: Additional modality experience
License/Certification Requirements
- State Issued License - Yes
- CPR - Yes
- ACLS - N/A
- PALS - N/A
- Type of Specialty Certification or other Licensure, if required: - American Registry of Radiologic Technology