- Maintains competencies in multiple skill sets.
- 1)May perform as a Charge role with the ability to supervise others efficiently and effectively run department workflow during assigned shift
- 2)Function as preceptor for new hires as well as radiology students. Able to train others independently in multiple settings of the department. i.e. diagnostic x-ray and fluoroscopy
- 3)Operation of advanced digital and computed radiographic equipment including Portables, C-arms, O-arms, and Fluoroscopy units in multiple settings.
- 4)Assists Radiologists with fluoroscopic procedures including advanced exams such as GI procedures and mini special exams. Prepares radiographic/fluoroscopic rooms for procedures. Maintains equipment and supplies for Fluoroscopy case load. Able to schedule mini specials exams i.e.: myelograms, cystograms, etc.
- 5)Ability to troubleshoot diagnostic/fluoroscopic CR and DR equipment; Identify and escalate issues and submit service requests
- 6)Operates portable radiographic equipment and fluoroscopic C-arms in the OR and intensive care units (MICU, SICU, PICU)
- 7)Operates the O-arm independently
- 8)Can demonstrate competence in two of the following advanced training procedures: OR19 (Hybrid Room), Stealth Navigation, Dexa-training and certification required, EOS -training and proficiency required, and Pediatric specialized exams such as intussusception and VCUGs. *Exception: Dedicated overnight and pediatric team members must maintain competency in one of the mentioned procedures.
- 9)Participates in process or quality improvement projects, including: Outpatient Engagement initiatives, Throughput and ED Turnaround Time, High Reliability unit and safety focused initiatives, and other projects aimed at improving workflow, staff education, or department processes.
- Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body as specified by a physician.
- 1)Maneuvers portable radiographic equipment in patient care areas and in surgery as required.
- 2)Operates all components including all locking devices on radiographic, fluoroscopic equipment and c-arms.
- 3)Performs radiographic procedures on Level I Trauma patients to expedite immediate care of critically ill patients.
- Determination of appropriate exposure factors and positions patient utilizing immobilization devices when appropriate to insure optimum film quality.
- 1)Verifies patient and procedure prior to starting exam.
- 2)Prepare patients for exam. Obtains and records history, explains procedure, positions patients and ensures their comfort.
- 3)Adheres to isolation/sterile techniques and radiation safety procedures.
- Adherence to department standards of radiographic quality.
- 1)Reviews radiographs to ensure optimum quality.
- 2)Reports environmental/equipment problems to appropriate resource personnel.
- 3)Performs required computer function for RIS/HIS systems.
- 4)Labels all radiographs appropriately following department's established criteria and standards.
- Consistently maintains an attitude of professionalism, cooperation and positive interaction with co-workers, physicians, patients and families.
- 1)Participates in assessment of own learning needs and actively seeks opportunity for professional growth.
- 2)Attends in-services to ensure knowledge of current departmental and technical procedures.
- 3)Attends CPR classes to maintain re-certification.
- 4)Maintains appropriate state license and national board certification.
- Maintenance of supplies needed to ensure adequate level needed for quality patient care.
- 1)Ensures cleanliness of equipment and work area.
- 2)Maintains inventory of supplies in work area. Identifies supplies and equipment needs for procedure, restocks work area as necessary.
- 3)Uses Universal Precautions in daily performance of procedures.
- Maintains environment that is safe based on age and developmental status.
- 1)Complies with procedural standards in the care of children and adult population.
- 2)Assists with proper positioning and restraining of children and elderly patients as necessary.
- 3)Assists with patient/family participation in post procedural care for all age groups and provides resource information as directed.
- 4)Reinforce appropriate psychosocial interventions based on age and developmental status.
- 5)Reassured children and aging patients.
- 6)Interacts with families as so determined by need of case.
- -Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology -Certificate or Assoc. Degree in Radiology Technology -Previous experience 3 years as a radiographer or -1 years experience at ALGH as a radiographer
- -Good communication skills -Good understanding of R.I.S., working knowledge of Digital Imaging System, and basic computer skills. -Good understanding of more advanced radiographic procedures. -Able to serve as a resource to other associates.
- ARRT Registered or registry eligible IDNS Licensed Current CPR Certification
- -Ability to work weekends, holidays and emergency call back in order to accommodate staffing needs. -May be exposed to radiation during procedures. -May be required to sit or stand for long periods of time, or be required to lift and move patients -May be exposed to hazardous materials, infectious disease and required to participate in annual emergency drills. -Required to maintain current CPR certification.
- If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
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