Diagnostic Radiographer - Radiology - Full Time - Nights

Employment Type: Full time
Shift: Night Shift
Radiology Technologist
Radiology Diagnostics / X-Ray
Location: Trinity Health Livingston Hospital
Position Purpose: The Radiology Technologist is responsible to review the Physician Order and reason for exam, position, and image of patients. The Radiology Technologist works closely with the Radiology leadership and the Radiologist to produce the highest quality diagnostic images possible in accordance with the department protocols. Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to obtain routine radiographs of designated body portions for interpretation by physicians. Assists radiologist in the administration of contrast media required in specific diagnostic procedures. Shift available: Nights
Full Time, 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program
Registered as a Radiographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
One year of experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred
Must know methods of exposure to obtain clearly defined films and to set up and operate equipment, with an emphasis on reduction in patient radiation dose (ALARA - As Low As Reasonably Achievable).
What the Radiology Technologist will do Review requests for procedures, using reason(s) for the procedures, department protocols, physician recommendations and personal judgment to determine region(s) to be examined and diagnostic images to be obtained.
Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures by explaining the procedure, transferring and positioning patients, attaching or arranging immobilization and support devices, instructing and reassuring patients, using care, courtesy and tact.
Assist the Radiologist in performance of routine radiographs, adjusts, manipulates and controls a variety of imaging equipment, and accessories used in performing diagnostic procedures.
Monitor patients' condition before and during performance of diagnostic procedures, recognizing changes that may require emergency actions and initiating appropriate responses.
Document procedure verification and procedural, using a computerized system, and determines need for and performs necessary re-imaging.
Practice sterile, isolation and aseptic techniques to prevent contamination, and maintains documentation of infection control procedures and activities.
Monitor quality control on a daily basis; reports operational and functional equipment problems to appropriate personnel.
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