Radiographer Registry

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$28.05/hr - $42.10/hr

• Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body as specified by a physician.
  • Manages portable radiographic equipment in patient care areas and surgery as required.
  • Operates all components including all locking devices on radiographic, fluoroscopic equipment and C-arms.
  • Assists radiologists in performing fluoroscopic examinations.
  • Performs radiographic examination in surgery as required.
  • Operates all components of the Digital Imaging System.
  • Assists radiologists in performing mini-special procedures in the fluoroscopic suites.
  • Performs radiographic procedures on Level I Trauma patients to expedite immediate care of critically ill patients.
• Determination of appropriate exposure factors and positions patient utilizing immobilization devices when appropriate to insure optimum film quality.
  • Prepares patients for examinations. Obtains and records history, explains procedure, positions patients, and ensures their comfort.
  • Adheres to isolation/sterile techniques and radiation safety procedures.
  • Verifies patient and procedure prior to starting exam.
• Adherence to department standards of radiographic quality.
  • Reviews radiographs to ensure optimum quality.
  • Reports environmental/equipment problems to appropriate resource personnel.
  • Performs required computer function for RIS/HIS systems.
  • Labels all radiographs appropriately following department’s established criteria and standards.
• Consistently maintains an attitude of professionalism, cooperation, and positive interaction with co‑workers, physicians, patients, and families.
  • Participates in assessment of own learning needs and actively seeks opportunities for professional growth.
  • Attends in‑services to ensure knowledge of current departmental and technical procedures.
  • Attends CPR classes to maintain re‑certification.
  • Maintains appropriate state license and national board certification.
• Maintenance of supplies needed to ensure adequate level needed for quality patient care.
  • Ensures cleanliness of equipment and work area.
  • Maintains inventory of supplies in work area. Identifies supplies and equipment needs for procedure, restocks work area as necessary.
  • Uses Universal Precautions in daily performance of procedures.
• Maintains environment that is safe based on age and developmental status.
  • Complies with procedural standards in the care of children and adult population.
  • Assists with proper positioning and restraining of children and elderly patients as necessary.
  • Assists with patient/family participation in post‑procedural care for all age groups and provides resource information as directed.
  • Reinforces appropriate psychosocial interventions based on age and developmental status.
  • Reassures children and aging patients.
  • Interacts with families as determined by need of case.

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology – Certificate or Associate Degree in Radiology Technology.
• Previous experience is desirable.

• Good communication skills.
• Basic understanding of R.I.S. and basic computer knowledge.
• ARRT Registered or registry eligible IDNS Licensed Current CPR Certification.

• Ability to work weekends, holidays and emergency call back to accommodate staffing needs.
• May be exposed to radiation during procedures.
• May be required to sit or stand for long periods or lift and move patients.
• May be exposed to hazardous materials, infectious disease and required to participate in annual emergency drills.
• Required to maintain current CPR certification.
• If position has direct patient care or contact, the lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015:
  • Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.
  • For patient lifts over 35 pounds, patient handling equipment is expected to be used with at least one other associate when available.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.