Radiologic Technologist - Orthopedics
Work Hours : Monday - Friday (8:00am - 5:00pm)
** no nights, weekends and holidays**
MAIN FUNCTION: Under remote supervision, performs radiographic procedures as ordered by the physician to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Reports to Assistant Director of Radiology.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
** 1. Produces radiographs according to established SOP's:
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Positions and transfers patients.
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Provides immobilization devices as required.
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Selects and operates equipment as directed.
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Provides adequate radiation protection by shielding of patients and selection of proper exposure techniques.
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Properly identifies images with patient information and position markers.
** 2. Is responsible for daily restocking of procedure rooms with appropriate supplies and linen levels.
** 3. Performs daily cleaning of radiographic equipment and accessories.
** 4. Reports equipment that is damaged, non-functioning, or in need of repair the immediate supervisor.
5. Maintains compliance with HAZMET and Fire manuals. Notifies supervisor of any non-compliance issues.
6. Adheres to the Arnot Health Administrative Policy manual and to the HHMOB Policy and Procedure manual.
**7. Always wears ID badge and radiation badge, and practices good radiation safety techniques by adhering to the ALARA policy.
8. Maintains a professional appearance and attitude, and demonstrates compliance with Arnot Health dress code.
9. Assists as needed in all areas of the HHMOB Imaging Department whenever not performing radiologic technologist duties.
**10. Maintains a current NYS license.
**11. Administrative responsibilities:
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Maintains adequate records as directed.
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Maintains orderliness and cleanliness.
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Cooperates with all personnel in the proper conduct of the department.
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Rotates between clinical procedure rooms and other Arnot Health radiology areas.
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Maintains ethical relationships.
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Provides age appropriate care to neonate, infant, children, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
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Is responsible for attending all annual mandatory educational programs as required by position.
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Employee understands and demonstrates the importance of satisfying the needs of the customer/patient by interacting with him/her in a friendly and caring way, being attentive to the customer's needs, both psychologically and physically, and by taking the initiative to maintain communication with the customer in order to provide a secure and pleasant experience with the Arnot Health.
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It is understood that this job description lists typical duties for the classification and is not to be considered inclusive of all duties, which may be assigned.
EDUCATION: Current NYS Radiologic Technologist License. ARRT Certification.
EXPERIENCE: 2 years.
CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) REQUIREMENTS: Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire date.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work requires walking, standing often in excess of 90% of the time. Work requires bending, stooping, reaching and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs., moving patients. Work requires pushing stretchers and mobile x-ray equipment.
EXPOSURE CATEGORY: Category II. Tasks that involve no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. But employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks.
** A.D.A Essential Functions
