Radiology Tech

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Job Description - Radiology Tech )

Wythe County Physician Pract

Description

Under the direction of a director or other supervisor, assumes the responsibility and accountability for producing diagnostic procedures on anatomical regions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and protocols of the individual site radiologist. The Radiologic Technologist (referred to as technologist) maintains a safe environment and conducts patient education as necessary. Under the guidance of a site radiologist, administers contrast agents according to site-specific protocols.

Technologist follows quality assurance guidelines and maintains patient confidentiality. Technologist works in collaboration with all other care disciplines to provide safe, efficient, and coordinated care for patients. Utilizes established policies and procedures of WCCH and maintains clinical competencies through continuing education. He/she must be able to recognize and assess changes in mental and/or physical conditions resulting in life threatening conditions.

• Provides direct and individualized high confidence imaging exams based on the application of scientific imaging fundamentals.
• Determines that patient and physician order matches
• Prepares room and tool set dependent on procedure ordered
• Operates equipment in a safe manner
• Adheres to As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) exposure principles
• Verify and record patient information in EMR
• Ensures proper long term archival of images and documentation in accordance with State and Corporate retention policies
• Practices Universal Precautions
• Uses judgment based on critical thinking
• Works directly under physician, assisting them during exams and diagnostic testing
• Prepares, administers, and documents prescribed contrast
• Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with WCCH policies
• Maintains proper supplies and appropriate medical equipment to care for patients
• Reports any suspected abuse to the appropriate agencies
• Provides patient education as necessary
• Displays professionalism while completing multiple urgent tasks in a timely manner
• Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in EMR and on the appropriate forms.
• Functions as a preceptor or an educational resource in the initial and on-going orientation of new personnel, students, etc.
• Respects and honors cultural and religious differences between patients and self
• Upholds HIPAA regulations
• Is punctual and can be relied upon to report when assigned to work.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by completing Life Talent assignments by established deadlines, maintaining certification and license requirements to insure no lapse in expiration
• Puts patient first. Always. Strives daily to give all customers excellent care.
• Participates in meetings, committees and continuing education to improve both individual departmental and organizational performance.
• Handles conflicts and concerns in a timely and professional manner, utilizing crisis-de-escalation skills when appropriate
• Promotes cooperative relationships among health care teams by communicating information, responding to requests, building rapport, participating in team problem-solving methods.
• Contributes to the maintenance of a safe working environment and the employee’s own personal safety
• Recognizes safety hazards and takes action to maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, visitors and community
• Adheres to Life Safety Codes, MSDS, Infection Control, and all other regulatory and hospital policies
• Participates in performance improvement processes and projects
• Performs job duties in a manner that supports WCCH’s core values & Code of Conduct, and in support of the mission of the organization, as well as within the scope of duties as outlined by the VA Department of Health Professions.

• Effective Oral and written communication skills including AIDET
• Ability to utilize keyboard, computer, and various pieces of general office equipment
• Ability to work independently or as a team member to ensure quality of patient care
• Ability to prioritize work…