Radiologic Tech, PRN
About The Position
This position follows established procedures and protocols and performs diagnostic radiographic procedures to assist in diagnosing diseases and injuries specific to spine and orthopedics. The technologist explains procedures to patients, operates imaging equipment, demonstrates clinical and age-specific competencies, and selects technical factors to produce optimal image quality. The role also requires radiation safety practices and the ability to review images for interpretation. The technologist reviews physician orders, verifies patient identification, obtains relevant medical information, ensures equipment and procedure rooms are in proper working condition, and supports patient comfort, safety, and infection control throughout imaging procedures. The position participates in quality assurance, works cooperatively with department and facility staff, learns new procedures, assists in other areas as needed, and participates in standby call as needed.
Requirements
- Registration in good standing with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT).
- Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
- Ability to regularly lift and/or carry over 20 pounds and push/pull over 25 pounds.
- Ability to stand and/or walk at least five hours per day.
- Ability to sit, converse, listen, use hands to touch, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
- Close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Responsibilities
- Review and accurately interpret physician orders for diagnostic x-ray procedures.
- Validate patient identification before performing diagnostic x-ray procedures.
- Communicate with patients to obtain relevant medical history and information pertinent to the procedure or their well-being.
- Validate the working condition and technical factors of imaging equipment and procedure rooms.
- Explain procedures to patients to encourage cooperation and alleviate anxiety, while ensuring comfort and safety.
- Assume responsibility for patient care during imaging procedures, including infection control.
- Follow established protocols, policies, and procedures when performing diagnostic x-ray procedures.
- Use appropriate collimation, patient positioning, and radiation safety practices to reduce exposure.
- Practice radiation safety for patients, family members, visitors, and self.
- Critique images for quality and interpretation.
- Participate actively in quality assurance programs.
- Recognize priorities and address them promptly.
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with department and facility staff.
- Learn new procedures and assist in other areas as needed.
- Participate in standby call as needed to support the department or facility.
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