JOB SUMMARY:
The radiologic technologist performs diagnostic examinations and assists in other department related functions. Prepares patients for radiologic examinations. Protects themselves, patients, and co-workers from unnecessary exposure by conforming to regulations concerning the use of radiation.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:
Education:
- High School diploma or GED required.
Qualifications:
- Must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or registry eligible. If registry eligible, must pass ARRT boards with 6 months of start date in position.
- Current BLS certification required.
- Must have proficient computer skills.
- Must be able to work independently and plan and organize work.
- Must have professional and effective communication skills at all levels.
- Previous experience preferred, with two years of experience strongly preferred.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Takes thorough and accurate patient medical histories or reviews and updates current visits available.
- Accurately correlates patients’ identification and clinical history with the examination being performed.
- Uses radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.
- Reviews and evaluates images to determine if they are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
- Positions imaging equipment and adjusts controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
- Safeguards and maintains all imaging equipment.
- Explains procedures and observes patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.
- Keys commands and data into computer to document and specify scan sequences, adjusts transmitters and receivers for optimal imaging.
- Records, processes and maintains patient data and treatment records and prepares reports.
- Assists with lifting and positioning patient.
- Reports unusual occurrences to the supervisor.
- Assumes responsibility for own personal continuing education and developmental needs.
- Displays a pleasant, cooperative attitude and working relationship with all patients and staff.
- Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILTIES:
No direct reports.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Must be proficient in the English language, both verbally and written, in order to communicate effectively with patients, co-workers, physicians, vendors, and the general public.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Moderate physical effort working: manipulating heavy equipment and maneuvering patients needing assistance. Efforts consisting of standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, and stooping. Frequently lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds with occasional lifting and moving of a maximum of 50 pounds. Must be able to respond quickly and effectively to an emergency.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Climate controlled environment with occasional periods of being outside. Exposed to radiation and possibly blood borne pathogens, odorous chemicals and specimens, toxic chemicals, electrical and mechanical hazards, bio-contaminated waste, and unpleasant elements.
Required
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Must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or registry eligible. If registry eligible, must pass ARRT boards with 6 months of start date in position.
Preferred
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Current BLS certification required.
Required
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High School Diploma/GED or better
Required
