Description

SUMMARY

Under minimal supervision uses specific skills in performing a wide range of radiologic techniques and procedures. Technologists work in two or more modalities within the department on a daily/weekly basis in order to maintain competence in each area.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Must have passed or is eligible for the examination of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Continued employment is provisional based on completion and certification by the ARRT within six months. Registered technologists must be in good standing.

Previous experience as a Staff Technologist preferred, but not required.

Previous experience in any Radiology subspecialty desirable, such as Radiography, Mammography, Bone Density or CT.

Maintains BCLS certification with annual renewal.

ORGANIZATION

Receives functional supervision from the Coordinator and reports to the Managers or Director of Radiology.

POPULATIONS SERVED, COMPETENCIES, INCLUDING AGE OF PATIENTS SERVED

All ages (birth & above)

GENERAL DUTIES

• Supports the Mission, Vision and Values of Munson Healthcare.
• Embraces and supports the Performance Improvement philosophy of Munson Healthcare with a focus on True North.
• Promotes personal and patient safety.
• Uses effective customer service/interpersonal skills at all times.

• Acknowledges that safety is a self-responsibility. Knows the physical requirements of the job and work within those guidelines. Performs job duties safely at all times, utilizing learned body mechanics and transferring/lifting techniques. Plans actions to promote safety. Reports any unsafe situation/equipment according to Hospital procedure.
• Is responsible for the care of those patients assigned to him/her from the time the patient arrives until they leave. Must be courteous, tactful and discrete in handling patients, with quality care and patient safety being the first concern.
• Transfers and properly positions patients for examinations in order to obtain desired radiographic results according to physician specifications. Provides immobilization as required and protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Selects and operates all equipment utilizing proper technical factors. Handles equipment in a responsible, professional manner. Reports equipment failure to service engineer using proper forms and maintaining appropriate records.
• Selects and loads proper imaging cassettes (per equipment specifics), using imaging markers correctly and consistently. Has images processed as required.
• Is responsible for producing acceptable quality images and practices ALARA principals where applicable.
• Assists physicians in performance of examinations by mixing and pouring contrast media, administering opaque media, holding and turning patients, assisting in sterile procedures, and other related duties as required. Assists in performing first aid as necessary.
• Practices sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination. Maintains orderliness and cleanliness, including provision for the contamination free condition of rooms, equipment, and personnel.
• Is responsible for the care of the radiographic room assigned and if unassigned, to those duties and responsibilities relating to his/her reassignment. Secures and returns supplies. Maintains room stock.
• Maintains professional appearance by adhering to Dress policy of the hospital and Radiology Department.
• Responsible for delegated areas of authority in the performance of routine or special procedures in the absence of the Coordinator or Manager.
• Performs a variety of related clerical tasks as necessary.
• Takes advantage of opportunities for continuing education as provided by the department or seminars available for the various specialties.
• Adheres to prescribed standards of Radiation Safety, proper collimation and patient shielding.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.