Medical Imaging Technologist
About The Position
The Medical Imaging Technologist performs imaging examinations in ambulatory and acute care environments, conducting procedures within the scope of the technologist’s ARRT certification. The role uses technical judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to apply ionizing radiation and obtain diagnostic images while promoting a cooperative, professional atmosphere focused on patient care. The technologist works with pediatric, geriatric, febrile, and acute-care patients, adjusting techniques and positioning as needed. Responsibilities also include preparing exam rooms and equipment, transporting patients, entering and scheduling exams in radiology systems, educating patients about exam preparation and procedures, obtaining orders and paperwork, supporting accurate billing, and communicating with medical staff. The technologist maintains knowledge of PACS and works with imaging teams to coordinate patient care and flow. The position may share on-call duties and may require evenings, weekends, and holidays according to departmental needs and direction. Equipment malfunctions must be reported to the appropriate supervisor or service staff. The technologist follows department, facility, and organizational policies and procedures.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Graduate of an accredited Radiography Technologist program.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification.
- American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 60 days of hire or transfer.
- Ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.
Nice To Haves
- ARRT Advanced CT Registry.
- ARRT Advanced Mammography Certification.
Responsibilities
- Perform imaging examinations in ambulatory and acute care settings using procedures within the scope of ARRT certification.
- Adjust imaging techniques and patient positioning for age-specific and clinical needs.
- Document appropriate information in patient charts and ensure procedures and related supplies are billed correctly.
- Present high-quality images to radiologists.
- Use required computer programs, including PACS, RIS, and Vrad, and follow manual downtime processes.
- Prepare and administer contrast using aseptic techniques; start and maintain IV lines as needed.
- Operate radiological equipment and apply appropriate positioning, radiation safety, quality control, image processing, and specialized protocols.
- Coordinate patient care and flow with other imaging departments.
- Provide a learning environment for students completing clinical rotations and assist with technical education for imaging staff, physicians, and students.
- Follow infection-control policies and use radiation-protection techniques to minimize exposure to patients and staff.
- Schedule appointments promptly and courteously, obtain accurate scheduling information, and document it in the scheduling system.
- Provide friendly, helpful, professional, age-specific interactions with patients and others, in person and by telephone.
- Safely handle and move patients using ceiling and other lifts.
- Maintain department cleanliness, perform preventive upkeep, stock supplies, and report malfunctioning equipment.
- Review patient condition, history, and physician orders; consult a radiologist when questions arise.
- Select the correct patient from the work list and prepare the patient and equipment for procedures.
- Educate patients and families about procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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Education Level
High school or GED
