Radiology Technologist PRN - X-RAY​/CT

Radiology Technician

Performs diagnostic imaging procedures using medical imaging equipment to produce images of tissues, organs, bones, and vessels. Takes rotational call.

Primarily interacts with: administration, physicians, employees, clinical and non-clinical departments, patients, visitors, vendors and volunteers.

Essential functions:

• Operate radiology equipment to make clinical diagnostic images as directed by the physicians and perform routine diagnostic procedures to facilitate the highest quality of patient care.
• Maintain established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Cooperate with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee relations, interdepartmental objectives and infection control policies.
• Assure radiographic and all equipment necessary for radiographic procedures is in optimal condition.
• Contact equipment service companies when necessary for repair.
• Maintain radiographic services in accordance with standards established by the hospital and with State and Federal standards, which may apply.
• Receive requests and performs secretarial duties in absence of department secretary.
• Prepare radiographic room or other equipment (portable, C.T.). Gather supplies for procedures.
• File reports and distribute copies of reports to proper destination, as requested.
• Provide exemplary customer service.
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA.
• Cordially demonstrate timeliness and professionalism in appearance, communications, and actions during all interactions and with all individuals and entities.
• Solve practical problems, dealing with a variety of issues, and interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Requirements:

Ability to use equipment, tools, materials, machines:
Computer, telephone, facsimile machine, copier, scanner, printer, calculator and other standard office equipment. Medical Radiology Imaging Equipment.

Education/Experience/Skills/Abilities:

• High school diploma required
• ARRT Licensure required; CT, MRI or Mammography licensure preferred
• Licensure through Texas Medical Board required
• Basic Life Support Certification
• One year experience in radiology preferred.
• CT or Mammography experience preferred.
• Must be committed to quality and patient safety at all times.
• Excellent command / highly proficient in spoken and written English.
• General computer skills, including but not limited to:
  Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.
• Must be effective at adjusting to change, prioritizing duties, handling stress and effectively communicating face-to-face and/or over the telephone.
• Must be able to work independently, and flexibly, and as a part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Must be able to manage several interruptions throughout the shift.
• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written.
• Must have strong time management skills.
• Must be able to work under pressure while interacting in a helpful, courteous manner with a high degree of patient contact.
• Sufficient hearing, vision and dexterity to perform duties safely.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

Physical:

• Walking: 75
• Squatting: 25
• Standing: 75
• Pulling: 50
• Kneeling: 25
• Reaching: 50
• Sitting: 75
• Lifting up to 50lbs: 50
• Pushing: 50
• Wrist/Finger Movements: 75
• Bending: 50
• Climbing: 25

Mental:

• Stress Level Moderate to High

Individual position core competencies:

• Quality
• Service Excellence
• Compassion
• Professionalism
• Fiscal Responsibility

Required education within first 60 days (if employee is from outside organization):

• GrahamRMC Orientation
• Department Orientation

Continuing/Annual Education and Training:

• As needed to maintain certification/licensure of position.
• Falling Star Program
• CPR
• Safety Storm Program

Supervision:

Employees Supervised: __No___

ADA Requirements:

Each category is grouped under a percentage rating based on the frequency the condition is expected to occur.

Frequency of Condition 1-33% 34-66% 67%+

1-33%

• Extreme Heat
• Extreme Cold
• Extreme Swings in Temperature
• Extreme Noise
• Working Outdoors
• Mechanical Hazards
• Electrical Hazards
• Explosive Hazards
• Fume/Odor Hazards
• Dust/Mite Hazards
• Chemical Hazards
• Toxic Waste Hazards
• Wet Hazards
• Heights
• Other Conditions:
  Long Shifts 12+ Hours

67%+

• Working Indoors
• Radiation Hazards

OSHA Classification:

Identify with a check the OSHA Job Category that describes this job. The intent is to enhance worker protection by identifying any risk in the performance of routine and reasonably anticipated job-related functions.

__X__ Category I:
Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues.

All procedures or other job-related tasks involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues or a potential for spills or splashes of them are Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures, such as gloves, masks,…