Radiology Technologist Registered Radiology

Mount Nittany Health • State College, PA

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About The Position

Performs radiologic examinations, including portables, C-arms, fluoroscopic, urological and special procedure examinations under the direction of the Supervisor, Imaging Services.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Completion of two years formal training in Radiology.
• Must have the ability to function as a team member and the ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with patients, staff members and physicians.
• Registered with the ARRT in Radiology.
• Meets the American Heart Association’s standards for Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) and renews BLS every two years.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Radiology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care/technical duties and procedures in an accurate and timely fashion.
• Greets each patient in a pleasant manner.
• Reviews requests and evaluates order for appropriate exam and diagnosis.
• Always checks for two identifiers: Name and Date of Birth.
• Explains the procedure in terms that the patient understands.
• Contacts the appropriate individuals for proper scheduling/orders: doctor’s offices and/or nurses.
• Prepares and positions patients for examinations.
• Determines and uses proper technique to position patient for view/examination.
• Takes correct views for examination.
• Demonstrates the ability to operate CR, Fluoro and DR rooms safely and efficiently.
• Knows how to operate CR readers and printers.
• Performs proper start up and shut down of equipment.
• Knows how to transfer images to PACS, scan documents and route.
• Knows how to change priority to “STAT” or “URGENT” when deemed necessary.
• Assists the Radiologist and/or Fluoro Tech during fluoroscopic and special procedure examinations.
• Moves portable radiographic equipment for various procedures within the following departments Emergency Dept., Operating Room, PACU and Nursing departments.
• While in operating room and for various procedures within the Radiology department, uses proper sterile technique during examination.
• Prepares IV and Oral contrast media for use, and administers contrast media as needed.
• Verbalizes the specific steps taken for contrast reaction and documentation.
• Documents patient symptoms, history, imaging limitations, date, time of study, and technologist initials in PACS.
• Performs other related technical patient care duties as assigned.
• Maintains room assignments.
• Keeps work area clean and orderly.
• Demonstrates appropriate radiation safety practices and promotes radiation safety of the patient and staff, applying practices consistent with “As Low As Reasonably Achievable” (ALARA) standards.
• Escorts patients throughout department and/or hospital.
• Provides great customer service to patients, staff and/or anyone else they come in contact with.
• Performs clerical duties in an efficient, timely, and accurate fashion.
• Monitors the workflow process utilizing PACS, Image release, and CD burner.
• Assists in office functions as needed.
• Performs office tasks during off shifts.
• Complies with and performs quality assurance duties as assigned.
• Explains policies, procedures and clerical functions to radiology students as directed.
• Performs related and miscellaneous duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees