Fay Radiology Technologist

DCH Health System•Fayette, AL

18h

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist performs imaging procedures in their area of expertise and provides imaging services to patients of all ages. The role requires safe, high-quality patient care, proficiency in the assigned imaging area with little or no supervision, and the ability to use radiologic, transport, and office equipment effectively. Technologists may be rotated through modalities for which their competency has been assessed, including Nuclear Medicine, CT, MRI, Mammography, and Fluoroscopy. They may also instruct and supervise student technologists. The position includes modality-specific responsibilities. Mammography technologists maintain qualifications and quality-control records in accordance with ACR, FDA, and MQSA requirements. MRI technologists maintain expertise needed to support a safe MRI environment and follow scanning, positioning, patient-screening, and emergency-response procedures. Nuclear Medicine technologists perform imaging, dilution, and uptake procedures; conduct quality and radiation-control procedures; and manage radioactive materials and related documentation in accordance with departmental policy, facility authorization, and State of Alabama regulations. The technologist follows DCH Health System policies, procedures, behavioral standards, and compliance requirements; supports patient, visitor, and employee safety; and uses electronic mail, time-and-attendance software, learning-management software, and the intranet. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Graduate of a JRCERT-approved school of radiologic technology.
Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in radiography; certification must be obtained within one year of hire.
BLS required.
Efficient use of radiologic equipment, office equipment, and related materials essential to patient care and imaging exams, including processed film or files; must report problems.
Ability to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.

Responsibilities

Provide imaging services to patients of all ages, from neonates through geriatric patients, using knowledge of PACS.
Maintain safety for themselves, patients, and coworkers during radiology services.
Practice AIDET principles.
Meet education requirements established by ARRT, TJC, and DCH Health System.
Administer contrast and medications to assigned patients in accordance with policy and procedure.
Rotate through modalities as directed by the supervisor when competency has been assessed, including Nuclear Medicine, CT, MRI, Mammography, and Fluoroscopy.
Perform proficiently in the specified area with little or no supervision.
Instruct and supervise student technologists as assigned.
Follow established protocols to provide quality examinations.
Care for, clean, and maintain imaging equipment and supplies.
Work with other departments and personnel to provide appropriate and safe care to patients and families.
Assist patients and families in the department and during transport, including responding to observed patient needs.
Use transport equipment, office equipment, and related materials efficiently, and report problems when necessary.
Care for, clean, and maintain transport equipment.
Manage supplies used in patient transport, including oxygen cylinders and warm blankets.
For Mammography: Maintain personal qualifications under ACR, FDA, and MQSA requirements and maintain quality-control records.
For MRI: Maintain expertise necessary for a safe MRI environment; follow scanning protocols, position and screen patients, and respond to patient or equipment problems.
For Nuclear Medicine: Perform imaging, dilution, and uptake procedures and conduct quality and radiation-control procedures under departmental policy and state regulations.
For Nuclear Medicine: Perform procedures in accordance with authorized users of the facility's radioactive materials license.
For Nuclear Medicine: Provide quality control and documentation for assay, dispensation, and disposal of radioactive materials in accordance with departmental policy and Alabama regulations.
Maintain performance, patient-satisfaction, employee-satisfaction, and financial standards outlined in the performance evaluation.
Fulfill compliance requirements in the Employee Handbook and adhere to DCH Behavioral Standards and all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
Perform essential job functions in a manner that protects the safety of patients, visitors, and employees; identify unsafe practices and take appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards.
Use electronic mail, time-and-attendance software, learning-management software, and the intranet.
Perform other duties as assigned.