Radiology Tech

Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs diagnostic exams on patients as ordered by a physician/provider.
• Responsible for the care and safety of patients and the proper use of equipment to minimize hazards of electrical shock, burns and extraneous radiation to patients, self and others.
• Responsible for safe handling of equipment and images.
• Works under the direction of a radiologist.  
• Instructs and prepares patients for radiographic and/or fluoroscopic examinations.
• Selects appropriate equipment and techniques to minimize radiation to patients, self and others in conjunction with the ALARA principle.
• Determines most suitable anatomical positions and shields patients accordingly. 
• Able to assess patient pain interfering with an imaging procedure – makes appropriate physician/provider contact for intervention.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors.
• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including, pediatric, special needs, geriatric and general population.
• Operates all equipment; including DR, CR, portable, C-Arms and OR equipment to produce a variety of exams. Is also proficient in most CT exams.
• Clearly marks images with patient name, date of birth, laterality and additional identifiers as appropriate.  
• Adheres to departmental imaging protocols.
• Processes and critiques images to ensure high quality studies are obtained. 
• Practices medical and surgical aseptic techniques. 
• Maintains accurate files, basic records, and reports. 
• Assists in training of students and ancillary personnel. 
• Interacts professionally with patients, family, and visitors. 
• Completes all work prior to the end of each shift.  
• Must be acquainted with local fire and safety regulations. 
• Has knowledge of hospital policies and the functions of other departments.  

Requirements

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Adheres to dress code standards, appearance is neat and clean.  
• Completes annual educational requirements.  
• Maintains regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and CMS regulations.
• Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times. 
• Works at maintaining a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with physicians/providers, departments and staff.
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians/providers, staff, administration, patients and visitors. 
• Resolves personnel concerns at the departmental level, utilizing the grievance process a required.
• Ensures compliance with policies and procedures regarding departmental operations, fire, safety and infection control.
• Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work within designated time.
• Consistently completes and maintains assigned duties. 
• Wears identification while on duty; uses computerized time system correctly. 
• Attends annual review and departmental meetings, as scheduled. 
• Attends staff meetings, reads all staff meeting minutes if absent from meeting. 
• Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.
• Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. 
• Communicates the mission, vision, core values, ethics, and goals of the hospital. 

REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:

• High School graduate
• Graduate from an approved school of Radiologic Technology
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Is proficient and/or registered in CT
• Licensed by the State of Kansas (LRT), or become licensed within one year of hire date
• Current BLS certification
• Knowledge and understanding of general anatomy, pathology, physiology, and medical terminology
• Proficiency of radiographic equipment hardware and software