Position: Diagnostic Technologist

Department: Radiology

Reports to: Director

Created: 4/10/25

Job Summary

The registered radiographer performs independently and with self-initiative under indirect supervision. They are required to perform a variety of duties within their realm of knowledge and training to produce diagnostic radiographs at a technical level maintaining a high standard of patient care and confidentiality.
 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Professional Responsibilities:
   • Demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology as related to their education level.
   •  Maintain a high degree of accuracy in radiographic positioning and exposure technique.
   • Use professional and ethical judgement and critical thinking when performing their duties.
   • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
   • Participates in continuing education and learning experiences to enhance and maintain current knowledge and skills for continued competence.
   • Ability to work as a team member.
   • Skilled in the operation of radiography equipment.
   • Attention to detail.
   • Basic understanding of computer technology.
   • Perform all duties using proper body mechanics
   • Frequently move/lift patients and equipment, depending on assignment requirements.
   •  Stand for long periods with frequent squatting, twisting, bending, kneeling and reaching to prepare equipment, materials or objects in order to provide patient care or maintain the patient environment
   • Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination.
   • Ability to work in a stressful environment.
   • Ability to follow directions/instructions from his/her supervisor.
   • Consistent attendance is required to ensure that the client facilities’ needs and patient needs are met.
   • To comply with all the facilities’ policies, procedures and practices.

1. Core Duties:

The registered radiographer is expected to practice safe procedures and adhere to radiation safety measures at all times.

Specific duties may include but are not limited to:

• Performing ordered exams per department and SCRMC policy and procedure.
• Verifying physician orders ensuring ordering provider, exam, and diagnosis is appropriate.
• Verifying identity of patient prior to performing exam.
• Practicing and encouraging teamwork within the department, the hospital, physicians and all SCRMC facilities.
• Displaying accountability for tasks assigned to them.
• Assisting radiologists/ physicians as needed.
• Participating in educational opportunities in use of new equipment and/ or procedures.
• Completion of necessary paperwork and/or computer functions.
• Transporting radiology patients as needed.
• Adhering to department and SCRMC policy and procedures and SCRMC Performance Standards.
• Handling of trauma patients according to policy and procedure.
• Evaluation of images for technical quality, correct orientation and patient identification.
• Portable radiography-within hospital and at LTC facilities.
• Keeping area clean, neat, safe and stocked with needed supplies.
• Adhering to safety, radiation and infection control policies.
• Instructs and evaluates student radiographers.
• Assists in training of new employees and cross-training
• Assisting in all areas of the department as needed.
• Reporting outcome of duties to radiology supervisor or team leader.
• Participating in Quality Improvement.
• Displaying proficiency in operation of imaging equipment, RIS, CR=s and laser printers in assigned area.
• Explains procedure and availability of report to patient.
• Assists radiologists in the performance of exams.
• Administers IV contrast using sterile technique. Documents contrast use.
• Assists in scheduling of radiology exams.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Completion of an AMA approved radiology program
• Current (permanent or temporary) Mississippi State Board of Health Medical Radiation Technologist license.
• Registered Technologist (R.T.) under the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or registry eligible upon completion of Radiology Program (must pass Registry within 60 days of hire).
• Valid Driver’s License
• Current CPR/BLS certification

Working Conditions

The Registered Technologist must understand and accept the possibility of exposure to inside environmental conditions, such as radiation, noise, infectious/communicable diseases, blood and blood borne diseases, chemicals and/or chemical fumes, odors, gases and dust. Frequent exposures to distressed patients, families or visitors.

Classifications: High exposure risk