Radiology Technologist

Job Summary/Overall Objectives

Produces radiographs of various anatomical parts and systems for diagnostic purposes as directed by the radiologist. 

Essential Job Functions

• Collects pertinent data about the patient and procedure.


• Reconfirms patient's identification and verifies the physician's order.


• Reviews the patient's chart and/or the physician's order to determine the optimal imaging procedure for suspected pathology.


• Verifies the patient's pregnancy status when appropriate.


• Provide information to the patient about the procedure.


• Verifies the patient has consented to the procedure and answers any questions.


• Provides accurate explanations and instructions at an appropriate time and at a level the patient can understand.


• Instructs patient regarding preparation prior to imaging procedures including allergic reactions.


• Analyzes the information obtained during assessment phase and determines optimal imaging parameters per diagnosis.


• Determines whether patient has been appropriately prepared for procedure.


• Assesses factors that may contraindicate procedures such as medications or insufficient patient preparation.


• Selects appropriate shielding and positioning devices.


• Administers contrast agents according to established guidelines (if applicable)


• Obtains written consent prior to IV contrast administration.


• Evaluates lab values prior to administering contrast agents.


• Determines appropriate type and dose of contrast agent to be administered.


• Monitors patient during exam for adverse reaction to contrast media.


• Obtains optimum images during exam/procedure.


• Sets/adjusts radiographic equipment.


• Positions patients to obtain diagnostic images per established protocols.


• Sends images to PACS for interpretation by radiologist (where applicable).


• Documents information about patient care, exam, and patient history in appropriate record (where applicable).


• Verifies/enters correct order into RIS/HIS


• Documents appropriate patient history in PACS system.


• Documents any exceptions to the established guidelines.


• Scans appropriate documents into PACS system.


• Facilitates correspondence with all departments to assure procedures are done promptly (where applicable).


• Works with Centralized Scheduling, nursing units, and ER (if applicable) to accommodate STAT or ASAP orders.


• Coordinates patient care with other departments within Imaging/radiology


• Maintains equipment and workstation in optimum condition.


• Performs daily QC on radiographic equipment.


• Assure adequate patient care and office supplies are maintained.


• Implements downtime procedures when necessary (where applicable).


• Coordinates rescheduling of patients during equipment downtime.


• Initiates established downtime procedures.


• Other duties as assigned.

Competency and Experience (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Required Qualifications/Experience

• Completion of a (JRCERT) accredited Radiologic Technology Program recognized by the ARRT.


• Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, and sound judgment.


• Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

• 1 year experience as a Radiologic Technologist.

License, Certification & Clearances

• Current registry with the ARRT


• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.

• Act 33 with renewal


• Act 34 with renewal


• Act 73 with renewal

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Work Environment

• See below.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Incumbents will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).


• Travel may be expected locally between System locations.

Physical Demands/Requirements 

• See below.

 Equal Employment Opportunity 

Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Disclaimer

 This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is more than 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.