Radiographer - Health Partners

Education

Completion of two years post-high school training in approved school of diagnostic training.

Not Applicable

• Strong interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively with patients and families who may be under physical and/or emotional stress and fellow employees.
• Analytical skills necessary to determine the best method of providing requested radiographs based on the specifics of the individual case.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, pathology and anatomy needed.
• Skills in safe, sanitary, and current techniques and procedures applicable to field.

• Must have passed a qualifying examination given by an appropriate credentialing agency. Must maintain state license.
• Healthcare Provider (CPR Certification).

• Ability to lift and position patients for up to 30% of work time and to stand and walk for up to 80% of work time.
• Ability to push and handle heavy equipment.
• Must maintain national registry through the American Board of Radiologic Technologists and state licensure through the Maryland Board of Physician Quality Assurance.

• Normal patient care environment with some exposures (less than 20% of work time) to dust, temperature and the like.
• Work requires exposure to radiation with little chance of injury when established safety procedures are followed.
• Occasional exposure to patients with possible infectious diseases.

• Prepares patients for examination. Sets up, adjusts, manipulates and controls the use of all monitoring, scanning, data processing and ancillary equipment required for Diagnostic Radiology Procedures.
• Calculates and selects proper technical factors such as kilovolts, current, exposure time, focal distance and focal spot size based on the suspected pathology, age, and body thickness of the patient.
• Uses only the combinations that will safeguard the patient, x-ray tube and equipment.
• Selects compatible film, cassettes and accessories for each examination.
• Selects and loads the proper film cassettes and manually activates the proper switches to regulate exposure.
• Maintains records and/or technical notations on each case as required by regulatory agencies and ensures files and records are properly completed with correct information as required.
• Schedules all maintenance and preventative maintenance checks to ensure equipment meets Maryland code.
• Processes paperwork for evaluating and monitoring radiation badges.
• Assists physicians in performance of examinations by preparing contrast media, holding and turning patients, and assisting with sterile procedures.
• Administers first aid when required and assists in cases of adverse reaction to contrast media or other emergencies.
• Prepares equipment for and assists providers in minor office procedures.
• Assists Orthopaedic Physicians and PAs with the management of fracture reduction and dislocations.
• Removes and re-applies splints, bandages and braces.
• Responsible for maintaining a high level of professionalism and working to establish a positive rapport with every patient.
• Educate patients regarding radiation exposure and shielding.
• Performs a variety of related clerical tasks, such as retrieving radiographic film records, filing films, answering phones, relaying messages, registering and scheduling patients and processes films as necessary.
• Provide copy of x‑ray images on either paper, electronic, CD, or other mode as needed.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of work area and ensures that the area is properly stocked and supplied for diagnostic procedures.
• Ensures sterile package supplies and contrast material are not damaged or out‑dated.
• Assists in scheduling and flow of diagnostic radiology examinations to insure optimal utilization of equipment and personnel.
• Reviews daily schedule to ensure smooth workflow.
• Demonstrates and assists in instruction of radiologic technology to other Radiology Technologists and non‑professional/ancillary personnel.
• Directly supervises job activities of student Radiologic Technologists.
• Trains and educates Medical Assistants/ancillary personnel on radiologic technology and practices.
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