Radiographer Seasonal

RadiographerThe Radiographer is responsible for the production of quality radiographic images through knowledge of radiologic sciences and patient care.Essential duties and responsibilities include:Producing images which demonstrate a thorough knowledge of radiographic technique (collimation, ID markers and patient demographics), anatomical positioning, equipment performance and department positioning.Performing diagnostic procedures with minimal exposure to self and patients.Performing examinations efficiently with repeat rate consistent with department standards.Demonstrating knowledge of film critique sufficient to repeat films when indicated without direction.Demonstrating proper radiation safety and general practices for patient, self, and others.Demonstrating caring, excellence, leadership, pride, teamwork, integrity and center wide standards for service.Providing all aspects of patient care based on established standards.Demonstrating competency using PACS.Ensuring that proper maintenance of the x-ray machine is scheduled and performed as required.Knowing the general condition of the equipment at all times, knowing how to operate all equipment required in the course of performing procedures.Documenting failures in a timely manner.Having good eye-hand coordination during radiology procedures.Ability to organize relative patient information, reports, and films for presentation with Radiologist.Evaluating radiographs for technical quality.Education, experience and qualifications include:High School or GED required.Satisfactory completion of a formal Radiologic Technology Program in an approved school.Registered ARRT R (Radiography).Licensed as a Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) in the State of Florida.Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.Basic computer knowledge: ability to operate a PC, create/save/print documents, input data.