Diagnostic Radiographer

Radiologic TechnologistApplylocations: Wetzel County Hospital (WTZ)time type: To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Performs imaging / therapeutic services and associated patient care with support of the Radiology Department mission to provide diagnostic information for the subsequent treatment of patients at WVU Medicine.**Graduate of a Medical Imaging Program.Must possess current Radiography License as required by state board where services will be provided: **MD:** Radiographer License through Maryland Board of Physicians**OH:** Radiographer License through Ohio Department of Health**PA:** No state licensure required**WV:** Radiography License through West Virginia Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board3. MD:** Registered Radiography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) upon hire**OH:** Registered Radiography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) upon hire**PA:** Registered Radiography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within Six (6) months of graduation from Medical Imaging program.**WV:** Registered Radiography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) upon hire.Fluoro, Mobiles, Routine, Operating Room, Endoscopy, Orthopedics). Monitored by periodic image evaluations and supervision. Produces images of optimal quality by using imaging equipment and systems in the provision of image delivery and archiving. Select exposure factors based on patient’s size, condition, and pathology resulting in optimal image quality, utilizing minimal radiation exposure. Minimizes radiation exposure to self, patients and other staff by the use of shielding, collimation, application of the inverse square law, and minimizing repeat exposures. Maintains an expertise in anatomy, physiology, and pathology relative to imaging in order to optimize the procedure and ensure patient care / safety. Assesses patient’s needs and provides imaging related to comfort, hygiene, range of motion, and provides support accordingly. Prepares contrast agents, specific pharmaceuticals, and sterile trays; Promotes the team approach to providing Radiology services by positively interacting with the technical, support, nursing, and medical staff. Engages in problem solving, crisis management, systems implementation, and performance improvements throughout the hospital to promote and support efficient, high quality, and cost effective patient care. Displays imaging techniques, patient care, and guest relation behaviors in accordance with the ARRT Code of Ethics, WVUH Administrative Policies and Procedures, Radiology Department Policies and Procedures, State and Federal Regulation, and The Joint Commission guidelines. Reports equipment failures immediately upon identification. Minimal instruction of radiology students in the clinical setting with regard to patient positioning, technique selection, manipulation of equipment and the use of accessory devices to obtain Radiographic images. Provides clinical supervision and instruction within the policies of the Radiology program and its respective accrediting bodies. Medical assisting duties as assigned.**Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Operation of imaging equipment with automated moving parts.**Ability to interact positively with patients, families, and members of the Health Care Team. Ability to improvise with altered positioning techniques, manipulation of the equipment, and accessory devices when routine positioning is compromised due to patient’s condition, age, or ability.**Additional Job Description:****Scheduled Weekly Hours:**0**Shift:****Exempt/Non-Exempt:**United States of America (Non-Exempt)**Company:**WTZ Wetzel County Hospital**Cost Center:**151 WTZ Radiology Diagnostic**Address:**3 East Benjamin DriveNew MartinsvilleWest Virginia

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