Northeast Georgia Health System-posted 4 months ago
Gainesville, GA
5,001-10,000 employees
Hospitals

Under the direction of a Radiologist and Supervisor, performs radiographic procedures at a technical level requiring indirect supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgement with ingenuity and initiative to apply ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated areas of procedures required. The scope of care includes age groups ranging from newborn to elderly. May be required to perform Bone Density exams.

  • Operates radiographic equipment according to equipment specifications and produces quality radiographs.
  • Adheres to infection control and safety practices.
  • Maintains work area in a neat and orderly fashion.
  • Maintains processors, diagnosis processing problems and takes appropriate action.
  • Follows good radiation safety practices; i.e. coning, shielding, film badge monitoring, according to state and federal guidelines.
  • Produce quality images consistently within established protocols.
  • Maintains patient records according to department procedure.
  • Knowledge of appropriate use of contrast media (consent forms, type, quantity, complications).
  • Properly assess patient according to exam ordered with appropriate documentation (i.e. check order, review previous films, check lab values when indicated, prep, screen for possible pregnancy, appropriate history, coordinate with Imaging nurse as appropriate).
  • Provide patient education pertinent to exam being performed and document in patient record.
  • Compliance in accurately and completely utilizing RIS according to department standards (i.e., order, arrive, start, complete, cancel, record complications, IV infiltrate documentation, drug history, repeats, complaints and transfers), CPAC procedures when indicated.
  • Meet productivity standards as defined by the department.
  • Performs non-technical duties as assigned (i.e., stock rooms, transport patients, clean cassettes).
  • Attends department meetings.
  • Participate in training of new staff.
  • Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Actively enrolled in, and in good standing in an ARRT accredited Radiography program and have completed 2 semesters of that program.
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