BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of the Imaging Coordinator/Director, provides patient services using imaging modalities. Performs radiographic

procedures. Applies principles of radiation protection. Evaluates radiographs for technical quality. Exercises professional judgment in

the performance of procedures. Provides patient care essential to radiographic procedures. Recognizes patient conditions requiring

immediate action and initiates life support measures. Maintains patient confidentiality.

JOB DUTIES:

1. Performs diagnostic radiographic services.

- Provide appropriate patient education.

- Operates imaging equipment.

- Operates other equipment/devices as appropriate.

- Position patients.

- Immobilizes patients as necessary.

- Calculates exposure factors.

- Practices radiation protection.

- Evaluates radiographs for technical quality.

- Assumes care for physical and psychological needs of patients during examinations and procedures.

- Practices aseptic technique as necessary.

- Assist with administration of contrast media as necessary

- Assist physician with imaging procedures.

- Initiates life support measures for patient, if necessary.

2. Accurate input of computer related tasks.

3. Maintains patient records.

4. Assumes responsibility for assigned area.

5. Provides input for equipment and supply purchase decisions.

6. Instructs specific units of didactic and/or clinical education, in the radiography program, if applicable.

7. In the absence of a supervisor, assumes acting supervisory responsibilities.

8. Assumes responsibility for portions of the quality assurance program.

9. Pursues ongoing continuing education.

10. Assists in the education of student Technologists

11. May control inventory and purchase of supplies for assigned area.

12. Responsible for checking emails and learning assignments (Relias) on a regular basis

13. All other Imaging duties assigned by Director.

HEALTH CARING STANDARDS / VALUES:

1. Greet customers, visitors, and Colleagues immediately with a smile, warm

greeting and introduction, calling them by name if possible.

2. Exceed the expected and anticipate the unexpected by asking, "Is there anything

Else I or a fellow colleague can do for you?”

3. Always provide a comforting, timely, caring departure or discharge, and always

Say thanks for allowing us to serve you.

4. Integrity, openness and fairness in all you do.

5. Teamwork

6. Pride kin Department

6. Individual creativity and innovation

7. Compassion and Caring

8. Maintain department and Hospital Standards and Policies

AGE APPROPRIATE CARE:

Colleague has been instructed in providing customer service and on interacting with age groups as related to the department's general

client population: including use of appropriate interventions, communication and skills to match the age and/or abilities of the

patient/family.

MACHINES, TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED:

All imaging units and related equipment. Other equipment and devices as appropriate.

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE:

Graduate of Committee of Allied Health Education and Accreditation (AMA) Accredited Radiography Program, or equivalent.

Certification by the American Registry of Radiographic Technologist, or equivalent. Competency in components of radiography

practice as appropriate. Valid state licensure. Must have valid CPR Certification.

Must be computer literate to complete task(s) as required. Such as MediTech (Hospital Support Software), Halogen (Performance

Appraisal System), Relias (Education System) and the ability to retrieve e-mails, complete online enrollment for health

insurance/benefits and any other programs as assigned

SKILLS REQUIRED:

Must have good working knowledge of anatomy; understanding principles of physics, electricity, methods of exposure to obtain

clearly defined radiographs and to be able to set up technique charts.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Stand on feet 7.5 hours/day.

• Must be able to bend.

• Must lift minimum of 25 lbs. routinely for 7.5 hours/day.

• Able to walk.

• Good vision.

• Able to use hands for tasks (writing, typing, etc.)

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Imaging Supervisor/Director of Imaging

This description is intended to describe the essential job duties and the essential requirements for the performance of this job.