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Overview
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. |
Required Population Served
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Job Responsibilities
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. |  |
| • | Performs other duties as assigned. |  |
Specifications
Experience
| Â | Experience as obtained through completion through Radiology Technology Program | Â | Â |
Education
| Â | Completion of a formal education program in radiography accredited by a mechanism acceptable to ARRT. | Associates degree in related field. | Â |
Training
Special Skills
| Â | 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 work . | Â | Â |
Licensure
| Â | Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with Registry in Radiography ARRT (R).; BLS Certification within 14 days of hire; New graduate will obtain required registry within 120 days as required; State license as required | Registration in two or more specialties | Â |
Reporting Relationships
Reporting Relationships
| Yes No | Â |
Work Environment
Functional Demands
| Sedentary | Very light energy level | Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart | Â |
| Light | Moderate energy level | Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher) | Â |
| Medium | High energy level | Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient) | Â |
| Heavy | Very high energy level | Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer. | Â |
Functional Demands Rating
| Sedentary Light Medium Heavy | Â |
Activity Level Throughout Workday
Physical Activity Requirements - Sitting
| Occasional | Â |
Physical Activity Requirements - Standing
| Continuous | Â |
Physical Activity Requirements - Walking
| Continuous | Â |
Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)
| Occasional | Â |
Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects
| Frequent | Â |
Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull
| Continuous | Â |
Physical Activity Requirements - Twisting
| Continuous | Â |
Physical Activity Requirements - Bending
| Continuous | Â |
Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward
| Continuous | Â |
Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead
| Frequent | Â |
Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl
| Continuous | Â |
Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation
| Continuous | Â |
Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities
| Frequent | Â |
Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion
| Occasional | Â |
Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell
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Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear
| Frequent | Â |
Sensory Requirements
| Yes | Very Accurate | Accurate | Moderate | Â | Â |
Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens
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Environmental Requirements - Chemical
| Anticipated | Â |
Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases
| Anticipated | Â |
Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures
| Not Anticipated | Â |
Environmental Requirements - Radiation
| Anticipated | Â |
Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations
| Anticipated | Â |
Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels
| Anticipated | Â |
Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter
| Anticipated | Â |
Environmental Requirements - Other
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