IMAGING TECH II

About the Organization

Morristown-Hamblen Healthcare System is a 170-bed hospital serving an eight-county region in East Tennessee’s Lakeway Area. The facility includes more than 20 emergency suites, advanced laboratories, radiology, and therapy services, and a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence for mammograms, biopsies, and nurse navigation. The Women’s Center features six modern labor and delivery suites and a secure nursery for newborn care. With state-of-the-art technology and a dedicated team, Morristown-Hamblen provides exceptional, patient-focused care close to home.

About the Role

Performs complex tasks associated with the operation of radiographic equipment to produce high-quality X-ray images. The Imaging Tech II is responsible for producing routine and difficult imaging procedures and support activities while maintaining safe radiation practices. Assists in other areas of Imaging Services.

Responsibilities

• Applies ALARA principles to maintain established radiation safety standards, including using protective devices, shields, dose reduction, and monitors; determines appropriate exposure factors.
• Collaborates patient’s clinical history with procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner.
• Receives, relays, and documents verbal, written, and electronic orders in the patient’s medical record while adhering to HIPAA guidelines for patient confidentiality.
• Performs routine and difficult diagnostic imaging procedures through technical expertise of equipment and procedure protocols as ordered by a licensed independent practitioner.
• Assists licensed independent practitioner with interventional procedures, including time outs according to policy, and completes and verifies accurate informed consents.
• Performs venipuncture, starts and maintains intravenous access as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
• May transport patients and assists in other areas of imaging as needed.
• Practices aseptic technique and applies universal precautions and infection prevention techniques at all times.
• Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures; proactively assists patients, families, licensed independent practitioners, and visitors as needed.
• Applies the principle of patient safety during all aspects of radiographic procedures, including double IDs, falls, transport, and handwashing.
• Proficient with all clerical duties, radiology information systems, and PACS.
• Assists in the care of equipment, maintains supply levels, and cleans the area.
• May assist in the training and orientation of other staff and educates and monitors students and other healthcare providers when performing exams.
• Assists Senior Technologist/Supervisor/Manager with reports and statistics as needed and assists in inventory control.
• Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality, completeness, and type of test ordered; ensures quality images.
• Demonstrates competency in critical skills, including addressing the age-specific needs of the patient population served.
• Stays current in Basic Life Support (BLS) and performs BLS as needed.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards; completes required education assignments annually.
• Works toward achieving goals and objectives and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have successfully completed an educational program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the ARRT.
• Must be proficient in all fluoroscopy and specialized exams, including surgery, within 6 months.
• Must have and maintain ARRT (R) certification.
• State licensure in accordance with Tennessee guidelines.

Minimum education: None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the required license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.