Radiology Tech III

Radiologic Technologist

Performs a variety of imaging procedures, including CTs, and is responsible for patient safety protocols. Functions as the first line interface with customers in the successful accomplishment of their needs.

12 hour shifts - 7 days on/7 off

• High School graduate or equivalent required

• Graduation of a radiology education program under the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist, RT (R) registered radiologic technologist certification required

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist, RT (C), registry eligible/certification completed or Computed Tomography experience preferred

• Current Texas Medical Board Radiologic Technologist License required

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• Schedules patient exams according to the procedure, schedule availability, and after insurance authorization has been obtained, if required, and medical necessity has been verified, if needed

• Maintains good rapport with physician's offices and other department's staff

• Verifies patient identification and examination to be performed before starting a procedure

• Assumes responsibility for assigned area; controls inventory of supplies for assigned area and cleans and disinfects exam rooms and equipment as required.

• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric and general population.

• Uses independent judgment during exams to accurately differentiate between normal and pathological findings

• Assumes care for physical and psychological needs of patients during examinations and procedures

• Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients during examinations and procedures.

• Reports equipment malfunction or damage to the department supervisor in a timely manner and contacts appropriate equipment maintenance contract for service calls

• Practices the radiation protection principle – As Low As Reasonably Achievable

• Understands and practices proper use of all equipment; never operates equipment inconsistent with manufacturer's instruction.

• Explains exams to the patient. Instructs and assists the patient in assuming the physical position for examination.

• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

• Evaluates images for technical quality as well as proper film marking and patient identification

• Operates and maintains digital radiographic equipment

• Operates the computed tomography equipment, power injector, and determines proper dosing and safety factors for the patient and examination, starts IV catheters on requisite patients

• Obtains patient's consent for intravenous contrast injection prior to the introduction of contrast

• Operates the mobile fluoroscopic equipment, as needed, and ensures Quality Control logs for fluoroscopic equipment are maintained

• Practices aseptic technique and infection control protocols as necessary

• Documentation meets current standards and department/hospital policy

• Performs other clerical duties as needed

• Support Cogdell Memorial Hospital's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy

• Adhere to Cogdell Memorial Hospital's Compliance Program

• Assure/maintain compliance with all accreditation, statutory and regulatory standards at the local, state, and federal levels

• Maintain in current status, licenses/certifications and memberships in applicable professional organizations

• Attend mandatory department meetings and participates by offering ideas/solutions in problem solving situations/activities

• Attend meetings held within the hospital when employees are mandated to attend

• Comply with all organizational policies

• Demonstrate outstanding customer service/advocacy, professionalism and integrity

• Meet dress code standards, appearance is neat and clean

• Report to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated times

• Consistently complete and maintain assigned duties

• Wear identification badge while on duty and uses…