Radiology Technologist - PRN Days
About The Position
The Radiology Technologist administers ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes and performs a full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. The role acquires and analyzes data for diagnosis at the request of, and for interpretation by, a licensed practitioner. It also prepares, administers, and documents activities related to contrast medications and radiation exposure in accordance with applicable state laws, regulations, and company policy. The technologist prepares and educates patients, selects appropriate protocols, optimizes technical factors, and applies radiation safety principles throughout procedures. The role evaluates images and documentation, processes and archives image data, maintains patient records confidentially, responds to emergencies, and helps ensure a safe clinical environment. The position works collaboratively with hospital colleagues and communicates concerns and improvement opportunities to the immediate supervisor.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited institution in medical radiography.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration.
- Current BLS certification.
- State certifications or licensure as required by the state of employment.
- Read, write, and speak fluent English.
- Maintain good and regular attendance.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience in diagnostic imaging preferred.
Responsibilities
- Receive, relay, and document verbal, facsimile, electronic, and telephone orders in the patient’s chart as permitted by state and company policies.
- Educate and prepare patients for procedures.
- Select appropriate protocols and optimize technical factors while maximizing patient safety.
- Apply ALARA principles to minimize radiation exposure to patients, self, and others.
- Apply the three basic principles of radiation safety: time, distance, and shielding.
- Observe the patient and machine during procedures and report unexpected outcomes.
- Clean and disinfect the x-ray room and equipment according to infection control policy.
- Evaluate images for proper positioning and determine whether additional images may improve the procedure or treatment outcome.
- Evaluate images for technical quality and ensure proper identification is recorded.
- Corroborate the patient’s clinical history with the procedure and ensure information is documented and available for a licensed practitioner.
- Postprocess images and data.
- Verify archival storage of exam data.
- Assist in maintaining medical records while respecting confidentiality and established policy.
- Identify and respond to emergency situations.
- Follow processes for managing equipment and the physical environment to maintain a safe working environment.
- Communicate issues, concerns, and opportunities for improvement to the immediate supervisor routinely.
- Work cooperatively as a team member with coworkers in all hospital departments.
- Apply patient safety principles during all aspects of patient care and provide optimal patient care.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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