Imaging Technologist, Full Time, 1st Shift

Job Summary

Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values. Under the direction of the Radiology Director, and Radiologist.

Responsibilities

• Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail.
• Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis.
• Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required.
• Operates CT / X-Ray Equipment to make quality Images / radiographs of designated body parts, utilizing the lowest possible radiation dose.
• Explains procedure to patient.
• Position and immobilize patient for procedure.
• Selects appropriate technical factors for specific body part.
• Review images for quality and accuracy of positioning.
• Willingly helps in other departments within Imaging whenever the need arises.
• Assists Radiologist with Invasive Procedures as needed.
• Sets up room properly for specific procedure.
• PRACTICES PRINCIPLES OF STERILE TECHNIQUE
• Selects appropriate procedure trays/instruments needed.
• Obtain images as requested by Radiologist to facilitate diagnosis of disease processes.
• Maintain Patient and Personal safety.
• PRACTICES PERSONAL RADIATION SAFETY MEASURES TO MINIMIZE ANNUAL OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LEVELS.
• Utilize appropriate transfer techniques for patient condition.
• Use two (2) identifiers approved by the hospital to verify patient identity.
• Utilizes lowest Dose possible in all exams.
• Administers appropriate Contrast media as directed by Radiologist.
• Administers IV contrast as directed by Radiologist.
• Assess patient for possible contrast media sensitivity prior to beginning venipuncture.
• Performs venipuncture as required for procedures.
• Proper use of Power Injector.
• PACS
• Completes all exams timely in PACS and EMR
• Properly performs procedure for making patient CD’s, as well as verifies all information is on all CD’s before given out.
• Verify that written physician order matches order in PACS.
• Verifies all images are in PACS, scans any required documentation, and adds any additional information in notes section as needed.
• Trauma Procedures
• Prioritize sequence of exams to complete procedures in the shortest amount of time.
• Takes precautions to ensure that positioning for ordered examinations do not exacerbate the patients’ injuries.
• Produces quality images with a maximum amount of image detail.
• Knowledge of departmental trauma protocols.
• Completes procedures that must be cleared by a physician prior to moving patient for additional procedures.
• PRACTICE STANDARD PRECAUTIONS, ANTICIPATE EXPOSURE TO BLOOD AND BODY FLUIDS DURING TRAUMA RADIOGRAPHY.

Qualifications

• Education
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of the (ARRT) national certification exam required within 1 year of hire.
• Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations
• ARRT(R) Required
• BLS must be obtained during orientation period
• Experience
• Minimum of one-year clinical experience in direct patient care setting preferred.
• Requires proficiency at a technical level not requiring constant direct supervision in Radiology.
• Additional Skills/Abilities
• Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing task frequently and quickly.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to use a computer terminal, fax machine, and copy machine.