Senior Radiographer

Senior Radiographer | Boston Childrens Hospital

Position Summary Performs routine and the more complex imaging examinations in Diagnostic Radiology on a scheduled and emergency basis following departmental QC/Exam Data Integrity Workflow Expectations. Actively participates in training of clinical staff. Acts as a mentor to less experienced staff. Participates in operational duties assigned by and under the direction of the manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Examinations/Procedures
  • Performs the more complex imaging examinations while providing a safe environment for patients.
  • Reviews and evaluates requisitions for Diagnostic imaging procedures, abstracting data from patient charts and determining appropriateness of procedure prescribed given diagnosis and clinical signs for routine examinations.
  • Identify patients according to Hospital Policy with 2 identifiers.
  • Selects appropriate equipment and technical factors to identify pathologic and normal anatomy.
  • Assesses patients' and parents' physical and emotional status and ability to respond to instructions and develop a care plan for that patients' specific needs.
  • Explain the examination and is able to answer questions from patient and parents regarding the exam and Radiation exposure, practices ALARA.
  • Follows Departmental QC/Data Integrity Workflow.
  • Practices High Reliability Training
• Patient/Family Relations
  • Responds to the uniqueness of the patient, creating a supportive environment for the patient and the family
• Equipment
  • Identifies and reports equipment malfunctions through the INeedit application.
• Operations
  • Assists in organizing and maintaining daily operations.
  • Performs additional tasks as assigned by the Modality Manager, Chief Technologist or Assistant Chief Technologist i.e., such as ordering supplies, QA/QC projects, lead inventory, etc.
• Leadership
  • Helps with new departmental /hospital initiatives.
  • Promotes positive morale, teamwork, and willingness to make a significant contribution.
• Training
  • Trains fellows, residents, students and staff in imaging procedures and techniques.
  • Acts as a mentor to less experienced staff
• General
  • Participates in departmental and hospital meetings.
  • Completes all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Complies with ETU.
  • Complies with HIPAA regulations.
  • Practices the 6 core values of the Hospital; excellence, innovation, communication, respect, teamwork and accountability
• Professional Development
  • Furthers professional education and maintains knowledge of current regulations and standards, policies and procedures.
  • Maintains up-to-date licensure/certification/registration in departmental file.

Minimum Qualifications Education: Associates degree in Allied Health, Bachelors preferred

Experience: 3 years of experience in Diagnostic Radiology

Licensure/Certifications: Current MA Radiologic Technologist Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) BLS Certification

Children's Hospital Boston