FIVE RIVERS MEDICAL CENTER- RADIOLOGY TECH

Radiology Technologist

Education: Graduate of an accredited program in Radiology Technology either hospital based or college degree program. Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology or eligible. State license or certification. Advanced ARRT Registration is preferred. CPR certification.

Experience: Competency in components of radiography practice as appropriate. This is a safety sensitive position. Occasional sitting, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, carrying 50 lbs or more. Frequent walking, twisting, lifting 50 lbs or more. Continuous standing. Must be able to see with corrective eye wear. Must be able to hear clearly with assistance.

Tools/Equipment Used: Lead aprons, lead gloves, thyroid shield. Technologist will be expected to use and be familiar with or willing to learn to use all radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment, portable radiographic equipment, CT scanner, Ultrasound equipment, film duplication equipment, automated film processor, and any other equipment employed in the radiology/imaging department. Possibility of radiation exposure due to the nature of the work. Exposure to communicable diseases due to nature of the work. Possible exposure to blood and body fluid contamination.

Job Summary: The Staff Technologist provides patient services using imaging modalities, performs radiographic procedures, applies principles of radiation protection and the ALARA principle, exercises professional judgment in the performance of procedures, provides patient care essential to radiographic procedures, recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate action and initiates life support measures, establishes and maintains a good rapport and professional relationship with fellow employees, other departments and the Medical Staff. Performs radiology services on call as needed.