Radiographer

Radiographer

Performs all diagnostic radiologic examinations that create the images needed for diagnosis. The radiographer integrates scientific knowledge and technical skills with effective patient interaction to provide quality patient care and useful diagnostic information. Primary position responsibilities include maintaining high degree of accuracy and quality in patient positioning, machine set-up, radiation exposure technique, image acquisition and post-processing. Follows all National Patient Safety Goals. Provides recordkeeping of patient history and symptoms. Reviews orders, explains procedure, answers questions and provides a high level of patient satisfaction. Assists physician in the performance of fluoroscopic and/or invasive radiological procedures. Maintains cleanliness of department and assures adequate supply inventory.

Work contact group (internal/external): Physicians, hospital staff, patients, families. Reporting relationships: Reports to (position): Lead Radiographer. Supervises (position(s)): Student Technologists.

Qualifications: Minimum education: Certificate and/or advanced specialized or technical training in radiologic technology-accredited in JRCERT. Preferred: Associates degree in radiologic sciences. Minimum years of experience (amount, type and variation): Preferred: 1-2 years radiography experience. License, registry or certification: Required: ARRT registry in radiography required or registry-eligible and NJDEP Xray License. Current CPR/BLS certification for Health Care Providers. Knowledge, skills and/or abilities: Required: Knowledge of diagnostic radiologic examinations and ability to integrate scientific knowledge and technical skills to effectively interact with all patients to provide quality patient care and useful diagnostic information.