Inpatient Rad Tech

Overview

The Inpatient Radiographer provides high‑quality imaging services within a hospital setting, demonstrates excellent customer service performance consistent with Covenant Health Care’s Vision, Mission and Values, and upholds the commitment to Extraordinary Care for Every Generation. Under supervision, the radiographer performs radiologic examinations for interpretation by a radiologist, maintains patient files, and has clinical contact with patients of all ages (neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric).

The radiographer assesses, cares for, and treats patients according to age‑appropriate care guidelines as defined by Covenant Health Care.

• Models Covenant’s Mission, Vision and WE CARE Values of Extraordinary Care for Every Generation.
• Has clinical contact with patients in all age groups and is able to appropriately assess, care for and treat them according to age‑appropriate care guidelines.
• Produces and evaluates diagnostically acceptable radiographs following department protocols.
• Conducts imaging procedures by operating a wide range of equipment, including General Diagnostic X‑Ray Units, Tomography Units, Fluoroscopy Units, Portable X‑Ray Units, C‑Arm Units, Dental X‑Ray Units, O‑Arm Units, and Specimen X‑Ray Units.
• Performs imaging procedures across multiple hospital settings:
  Diagnostic Imaging Department, Surgical Services Department, Emergency Care Center, Intensive and Critical Care Units, Nursing Units, and Rehabilitation Unit.
• Positions patients according to the type of examination required, applies immobilization devices as needed, and documents pertinent clinical history per protocol.
• Explains procedures to patients.
• Injects patients with contrast media under the direction of a radiologist, monitors and records patient reactions, and responds to adverse reactions following emergency procedures as necessary.
• Transports patients via wheelchair or stretcher; lifts, moves, and assists in patient transfers, utilizing proper body mechanics during diagnostic procedures.
• Handles and transports IVs, IVACs, oxygen, catheters, and other patient equipment with proper technique.
• Operates portable X‑Ray, fluoroscopy, and other imaging equipment while observing department protocol and maintains equipment in efficient operation condition.
• Maintains cleanliness and order in the work area; obtains supplies and equipment as needed; answers phones, records daily schedules, and performs other routine clerical duties.
• Maintains proficiency in all necessary computer functions (EPIC, RIS, PACS, QC, email, etc.).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Currently registered or registry‑eligible with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• BLS Certified.
• Patient handling and safety expertise.
• Teamwork with nurses and physicians.
• Quick decision‑making in emergent situations.
• Infection control and PPE usage.
• Strong communication skills, especially with non‑verbal or confused patients.
• Well versed in anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Documented evidence of education based on observation and hands‑on experience, with superb interpersonal skills in relationships with patients, families, and co‑workers.

• Post‑surgical patients: postoperative imaging to check for complications.
• Critically ill patients (ICU): frequent portable X‑rays; challenges include ventilators and fragile condition.
• Trauma patients: stat imaging for fractures or internal bleeding; challenges include lack of responsiveness or spinal precautions.
• Neurological patients: brain CTs, spine MRIs for stroke or tumors; challenges include cognitive impairment.
• Infectious disease patients: imaging to assess infection complications; challenges include isolation precautions and PPE compliance.
• Oncology patients: imaging for diagnosis, staging, or monitoring treatment; challenges include immunosuppression and radiation sensitivity.
• Elderly and geriatric patients: imaging for falls, fractures, degenerative joint disease; challenges include osteoporosis and cognitive impairment.
• Patients with limited mobility or disabilities: may require lift equipment or modified techniques.
• Psychiatric patients: imaging to rule out physical causes of symptoms; challenges include agitation and non‑compliance.

• Constant lifting up to 10 lbs., standing, walking.
• Frequent lifting up to 50 lbs.; pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, squatting, twisting, reaching, handling, sensing, talking.
• Frequent hearing, near vision, mid‑range vision, far vision; depth perception, visual accommodation, color vision, field of vision.
• Occasional lifting up to 100 lbs. or more; occasional sitting, reclining, climbing, balancing, kneeling; occasional crawling.
• Position level:
  Physical Level IV.