X-Ray/CT Technologist (PRN)

Radiology Technologist

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Greets patients by confirming patient identification; reviewing x-ray request; checking for special instructions; confirming anticipated service with patients.
• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of x-ray procedures; explaining equipment; answering questions.
• Selects proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis.
• Adjusts and sets radiographic controls, such as kilo voltage and milliamperage, to prescribed specifications for proper timing of exposure; regulates the length and intensity of film exposure.
• Positions and restrains patients; and takes X-rays of patients' chest, limbs, or other parts of the body as requested by physicians.
• Implements infection control procedures for the work area.
• Checks X-rays for clarity of image, and retakes X-rays when needed.
• Develops, fixes, washes, and dries exposed films using film processing and drying equipment.
• Maintains required records such as patient records, daily logbooks, and monthly reports.
• Distributes films to appropriate medical staff.
• Maintains quantity and quality control checks to assure X-ray unit meets standards required by laws, rules, and departmental policies.
• Performs radiographic procedures for patients in surgery.
• Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including determining repairs needed to equipment.
• Protects patient and other personnel from radiation hazards.
• Maintains radiographic supplies, film, and equipment.
• Administers contrast media to patients for gastrointestinal and other special studies.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Assists with making medical appointments for patients needing special examinations such as CAT scans, ultrasound, and nuclear medicine
• Operates Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, HIS/RIS and PACS computer system.
• Helps implement the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) for the assigned departments.
• Respond to emergency medical situations in an urgent manner and perform on the spot emergency assistance which may include first aid and/or CPR.
• Practices and behaves in a professional, safe and ethical manner at all times.
• Serves as a patient advocate.
• Maintains friendly and courteous interpersonal communication skills and a positive service attitude.
• Participates in performance improvement and educational activities. Completes all CEU’s as required by respective licensure. If licensed, maintains an active and current license.
• Works willingly and accepts assignments as given.
• Attends all mandatory meetings and programs.
• Participates in opportunities that enhance personal and professional growth.
• Performs other duties as necessary or assigned.
• Complies with the Corporate Compliance Policy and all laws, regulations, and Standards of Conduct relating to the position and agrees to report any suspected violations of law or Standards of Conduct.
• Complies with all applicable state and federal regulations and JCAHO standards.
• Maintains a safe work environment using safe work practices, utilizing standard precautions and complying with hazardous waste procedures at all times as described in St. Anthony's Safety Manual.
• Maintains the confidentiality of patient, resident, employee and organizational information.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities. 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Education and/or Experience

• Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic technology training in an AMA-approved school and ability to meet requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT).
• Successful completion of an accredited program for Radiologic Technology. Certification from the State of Iowa.

 

Position Requirements, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Registration with the ARRT or registry eligible.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Ability to create a caring, com