Radiology Technologist

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE

• Graduate of a Medical Imaging Program.
• Must possess current or temporary Radiography License as required by state board where services will be provided:
  • MD:
    Radiographer License through Maryland Board of Physicians
  • OH:
    Radiographer License through Ohio Department of Health
  • PA:
    No state licensure required
  • WV:
    Radiography License or Temporary Radiography License through West Virginia Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board
• Must be nationally certified as defined by location where services will be provided:
  • MD:
    Registered Radiography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) upon hire
  • OH:
    Registered Radiography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) upon hire
  • PA:
    Registered Radiography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within Six (6) months of graduation from Medical Imaging program.
  • WV:
    Registered Radiography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within prior to expiration of WV temporary license.
• Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.
• State criminal background check and Federal (if applicable), as required for regulated areas.

• Rotates in all Diagnostic areas for development of technical skills. (Fluoro, Mobiles, Routine, Operating Room, Endoscopy, Orthopedics).
• Performs image procedures based on assessment of the status of the patient, request of the service, and imaging protocols. Monitored by periodic image evaluations and supervision.
• Produces images of optimal quality by using imaging equipment and systems in the provision of image delivery and archiving.
• Select exposure factors based on patient's size, condition, and pathology resulting in optimal image quality, utilizing minimal radiation exposure.
• Minimizes radiation exposure to self, patients and other staff by the use of shielding, collimation, application of the inverse square law, and minimizing repeat exposures.
• Maintains an expertise in anatomy, physiology, and pathology relative to imaging in order to optimize the procedure and ensure patient care / safety.
• Assesses patient's needs and provides imaging related to comfort, hygiene, range of motion, and provides support accordingly.
• Prepares contrast agents, specific pharmaceuticals, and sterile trays; which are utilized for the imaging procedure according to procedural guidelines and protocols.
• Educates patients regarding radiographic procedures by explaining the procedure and answering questions accordingly.
• Promotes the team approach to providing Radiology services by positively interacting with the technical, support, nursing, and medical staff.
• Engages in problem solving, crisis management, systems implementation, and performance improvements throughout the hospital to promote and support efficient, high quality, and cost effective patient care.
• Displays imaging techniques, patient care, and guest relation behaviors in accordance with the ARRT Code of Ethics, WVUH Administrative Policies and Procedures, Radiology Department Policies and Procedures, State and Federal Regulation, and The Joint Commission guidelines.
• Reports equipment failures immediately upon identification.
• Completes all in-services and competencies by the required date and applies knowledge gained.
• Position patients accurately in accordance with established protocols.
• Participates in coordination of daily work flow.
• Minimal instruction of radiology students in the clinical setting with regard to patient positioning, technique selection, manipulation of equipment and the use of accessory devices to obtain Radiographic images. Provides clinical supervision and instruction within the policies of the Radiology program and its respective accrediting bodies.
• Ensures that all vital components of the imaging process are completed in their entirety.

• Differentiate various shades of gray and color as depicted on a monitor or photograph.
• Stand and walk for prolonged periods.
• Lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds of weight.
• Carry items of up to 20 pounds.

• Exposure to minimal radiation within the national standards of occupational guidelines. Monitored by Radiation Safety and use of dosimeter.
• Exposure to airborne particles and bodily fluids.
• Operation of imaging equipment with automated moving parts.

• Ability to interact positively with patients, families, and members of the Health Care Team.
• Ability to prioritize and deal with a variety of situations simultaneously.
• Ability to improvise with altered positioning techniques, manipulation of the equipment, and accessory devices when routine positioning is compromised due to patient's condition, age, or ability.

• No experience required.
• All Radiology Technologists with less than 12 months of experience enter at Level one.

• Meets requirements for previous…