Technologist-Radiology Multi-Modality

Job Summary:

Operates radiology equipment and performs routine diagnostic procedures as prescribed by physicians according to established standards and practices to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Routinely works in 2 or more specialties. 

 Job Responsibilities:

• Performs radiologic procedures using appropriate technical and safety method as requested by a licensed physician.
• Exercise judgement in selecting and computing settings for each patient. 
• Develop an appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Participates in hospital and departmental performance improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards. Collects quality data for monitoring performance improvement. 
• Completes assigned goals.
• Provides basic bedside care and support in the Emergency Department and Inpatient Unit under the supervision of the RN or physician, anticipating and responding to patient needs.
• Assists with patient stabilization and life support measures in collaboration with the care team, following appropriate admission, discharge, and transfer procedures.
• Monitors for changes in patient condition, report concerns, and initiates appropriate actions within scope
• Collects laboratory samples and performs lab testing in accordance with CLIA regulations and established policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates ability to perform laboratory quality controls and assessments and routine daily, weekly, monthly, and periodic maintenance and function according to laboratory policy and procedure.
• Prepares patient meals in accordance with physician orders and hospital protocols.
• Supports patient registration functions as needed.
• Supports a best-in-class patient experience by utilizing downtime as productively as possible.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Specifications:

Experience as obtained through completion through Radiology Technology Program

Education:

High School Diploma

Completion of a formal education program in radiography accredited by a mechanism acceptable to ARRT.

Preferred:

Associates degree in related field.

Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory. Utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results. Demonstrates ability to receive and follow written and oral instructions; ability to plan and organize workctions; ability to plan and organize work