DX/PEDI Tech Days

Major Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for exams as required and insures patient comfort and modesty at all times.
• Obtains and examines the requisition for imaging examination.
• Always checks patient identification band for inpatients and two methods of identification for outpatients before any procedure is performed.
• Obtains informed consent and/or contrast questionnaire when appropriate and consults with appropriate Radiologist regarding contrast administration, imaging protocols.
• Participates in transfer of patients if needed, positions and instructs patients regarding the procedure in order to obtain and effect the desired screening/diagnostic results as specified by the physician.
• Follows all department established and appropriate policies and procedures as required.
• Makes changes and adjustments to techniques as required by observance of physician, Supervisor and self-improvement and initiative.
• Provides protection according to department policy to unaffected areas of the body from radiation exposure in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Selects equipment appropriate to the patient and the examination to be performed.
• Positions patient and equipment to provide images specified by department protocol or requisition form.
• Evaluates the images to assure that they contain proper identification and are of diagnostic quality.
• Adjusts techniques and factors when necessary due to improper studies or quality factors.
• Checks equipment and accessories to insure they are in proper operating condition.
• Operates imaging equipment according to specific diagnostic procedure and in conformance to established routines and techniques.
• Properly utilizes and maintains computed radiography and direct imaging equipment.
• Reviews electronic images to ensure that it is of acceptable quality and completeness for screening/diagnostic purposes.
• Utilizes portable x-ray equipment to execute diagnostic procedures in patient rooms, surgery and in other instances where it is not feasible to transfer the patient to regular treatment room.
• Transfers or duplicates films/images as directed.
• Follows PACs workflow procedures, working with electronic work lists, repair exceptions, ensuring all electronic images meet quality standards including the correct patient demographics and accession numbers.
• Ensures all images are acquired and all exams are completed in the RIS (Radiology Information System) in a timely fashion.
• Works independently in all areas, demonstrating a thorough knowledge of modality policy, procedures and workflow.
• Initiates hard stop when appropriate and notifies appropriate staff.
• Monitors patients receiving contrast for adverse reactions and notified appropriate staff if needed.
• Explains procedures to the patient and family members.
• Answers patient and family questions, ensuring that concerns are addressed.
• Assists physicians in the performance of specialized examinations by preparing equipment, syringes and contrast media, holding and turning patients, administering contrast media and passing instruments and supplies.
• Routinely lays out sterile supplies needed for special procedures.
• Understands the nature of the procedure to ensure proper imaging and that the proper equipment and supplies are available according to the Universal Protocol.
• Ensures that images, examination requisitions and other related records are properly completed for proper patient identification, statistical and billing purposes.
• Prepares images for reading by Radiologist.
• Works as Radiographic Technologist and performs duties in other areas and/or modalities as needed.
• Maintains competence in standard radiologic procedures by rotating into radiology areas as assigned.
• Reports any hazardous conditions or equipment breakdown immediately to supervisor.
• Maintains work area in clean and orderly condition and ensures that examination rooms are properly supplied with equipment and materials.
• Initiates requisitions for supplies as required.

Position Qualifications

• Licence/Certification/Education Required: RTR licensure in the Commonwealth Massachusetts, this includes a temporary (1 year) MA license.
• ARRT certification in Radiology is required within 12 months from date of hire as a condition of continued employment.
• BLS certification.
• Some specialty modalities may require additional formal training and certification.

Physical Demands And Environmental Conditions

• Work is considered medium.
• Position requires work indoors in a normal patient care environment.
• This is a DX position and has additional requirement for a Pediatric Fluoroscopy rotation and additional training.
• There is call attached and the hours are 3 8 hour shifts and 1 12. 12 hours every 4th weekend.