Radiologic Technologist-PN

Lexington Medical Center•West Columbia, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Operates X-Ray equipment in the examination of patients in accordance with standard procedure and physician's instructions. Provides treatment/care to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

Requirements

Satisfactory Completion of an AMA Approved School of Radiologic Technology
Current Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Current South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association License

Responsibilities

Demonstrates competence to provide developmentally appropriate care/treatment for infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Apply knowledge of the principles of radiation protection for the patient, self, and others.
Apply knowledge of anatomy, positioning and radiographic techniques to accurately demonstrate anatomical structures on a radiograph.
Determine exposure factors to achieve optimum radiographic technique with a minimum of radiation exposure to the patient.
Examine images for the purpose of evaluating techniques, positioning and other pertinent technical qualities.
Exercise discretion and judgment in the performance of medical imaging procedures.
Provide patient care essential to radiologic procedures.
Recognize emergency patient conditions and initiate lifesaving first aid.
Apply knowledge of PACS to provide quality images for interpretation.
Maintains cleanliness of radiographic room to which assigned, ensure that equipment, lead aprons, gloves, etc. are in usable condition and that work area is properly stocked with linens, emergency and other supplies.
Performs all other duties as assigned by authorized personnel or as required in an emergency such as fire or disaster.
Demonstrate good public relations and service excellence at all times.
Follows HIPAA Guidelines.
Serves and protects the hospital community by ensuring adherence to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements.