Radiologic Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:

Operate x-ray, equipment to produce radiographs to assist providers in the diagnosis of patient care.

 

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Education, License and Certifications Required:
• AART certified
• North Dakota licensed technologist
• BLS certification
• Experience Requirements:
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Experience is preferred but not required
• CT and/or Mammography certification preferred but not required
• Physical Requirements:
  • Moderate amount of walking, stair climbing and standing
  • Full range of body motion, including handling and lifting patients
  • Lifting: up to 35 pounds
  • Ability to communicate with patients, residents, families and personnel
  • Ability to Remain Calm Under Stress

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Perform diagnostic imaging procedures including x-rays and CT scans with accuracy and efficiency according to provider orders and established protocols.
2. Review images for diagnostic quality and forward studies to radiologists for interpretation.
3. Ensure adequate equipment and supply inventory levels are maintained.
4. Ensure patient safety while performing all duties and responsibilities, including maintaining a safe work environment.
5. Adhere to all radiation safety standards to protect patients, staff and yourself.
6. Operate and maintain imaging equipment, ensuring safety standards and quality control are met, report any issues, and arrange service when needed.
7. Schedule and coordinate patient imaging appointments, maintaining an organized workflow.
8. Maintain accurate patient records, documentation, and exam logs.
9. Uphold confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and all other healthcare regulations.
10. Perform on-call services as needed, including rotating weekends and holidays.
11. Know and comply with Residents' and Patients' Rights rules.
12. Maintain Patient Confidentiality and protect Patient Information.
13. Attend and participate in orientation, training, mandatory education, in-services, staff meetings, and education courses as instructed to further improve knowledge and skills, including Incident Command System training (ICS) for emergency preparedness.
14. Treat Patients, Residents, Visitors and Co-workers with kindness, dignity and respect at all times.
15. Promote teamwork; encourage others to work to the best of their ability.
16. Have a positive attitude; be willing to accept change; follow facility rules, regulations and job assignments; accept suggestions for work improvement; cooperate with other managers and administration and show respect at all times; speak well of company and job.
17. Follow company dress code