Radiology Tech Weekends

Radiographer

Under the direction of the Director of Radiology and the Medical Director the staff radiographer performs radiographic procedures. Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply ionized radiation prescribed by physicians for radiologic diagnosis.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Graduate from American Medical Association (AMA)-approved School of Radiologic Technologist

Experience

• Zero- three years' experience at technologist level

License/Registration/Certifications

• Current South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association Certification
• Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologist License

Core Job Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of tasks involved in operating x-ray equipment to make radiographs of designated body portions. Adjust equipment for proper radiographic exposure techniques in accordance with radiation safety guidelines.
• Evaluate X-Ray images for technical quality, collate processed images in sequence per protocol and appropriately label. Complete appropriate documentation on all systems, mark review and transmit to PACS in a timely manner.
• Assist other healthcare professionals with imaging procedures, starting IV's, delivery of oral contrast and injecting contrast, when applicable.
• Assist radiologist/physicians with fluoroscopic X-ray and interventional procedures in the department and other areas where portable radiographic equipment is utilized
• Positively responds and implements change when needed and has good decision-making skills.
• Assists with quality control and maintenance of all equipment in the area
• Properly utilize accessory equipment such as injectors, patient moving devices, stretchers, warmers, scanners, printers, and PACS workstations
• Prepare patients for procedures, explain procedures to patients. Report changes in patient condition to medical staff. Provide an oral and/or written clinical history to the radiologist and other healthcare professionals.
• Assists in training of new staff and students during clinical rotations
• Follows, maintains and helps implement hospital and departmental policies and procedures
• Consistently communicates with patients, guests, staff and physicians in a positive manner
• Knowledgeable of compliance and regulatory requirements and adheres to Federal, State, accrediting bodies, and standard practice of care for patients, staff, guests and facilities
• Adheres to departmental procedures and protocols
• Rotating call schedules for after hours and holidays where applicable
• Ensure correct charging of procedures and supplies daily
• Works as a team member with peers and other departments. Responds calmly and efficiently to situations.
• Regularly attend departmental meeting, in-services and actively participate in continuing education activities
• Other duties as requested by supervisor or manager
• May be assigned to cover additional shifts as required to meet departmental needs