Rad Multi Mod Tech ERT (EGH)

MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.

VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.

SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Imaging Technical

• Performs Radiology procedures and examinations according to physician's orders, department policies and procedures.
• Evaluates imaging for technical quality and adjusts as necessary to ensure accurate diagnosis.
• Exhibits skilled positioning techniques when needed in unusual situations, such as trauma, surgical or immobile patients, to ensure the most diagnostic images possible.
• Consults with the radiologist to obtain correct protocol.
• Selects technical factors to optimize image quality.
• Uses primary and secondary markers to properly mark images.
• Obtains patient history to ensure patient safety and proper imaging.
• Adequate knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
• Cleans and maintains equipment.
• Be able to load and select technical factors for Power Injections.
• Recognizes pathology and adjusts imaging as necessary.

Image Management/Record Keeping

• Verifies all written orders prior to beginning the procedure.
• Enters accurate patient exam charges to ensure correct patient charging (credit, cancel, revise, add, etc.).
• Results procedural information into the RIS in a timely manner.
• Ensures images are in proper files on PACS.
• Notifies appropriate person when corrections on PACS need to be made with images/files.
• Scans all pertinent documents into patient file in PACS.
• Performs post-processing (Vital, AW, MIPS, Volume rendering, Medis, or Cadstream).

Equipment Operation/Room Responsibility

• Recognizes problems with equipment operation and reports to management.
• Assumes responsibility for schedule management and patient flow.
• Explains the steps of the imaging procedure to the patient.
• Starts IV for contrast media injection and monitor for infiltrates.
• Identify patients with contrast allergies and pre-medicate according to department policy.
• Troubleshoots diagnostic imaging equipment for problems.
• Orients and trains new staff.
• Works with Job Shadow students.
• Participates in on-call coverage on a rotational basis.
• Responsible for wearing radiation badge and reviewing the posted reports.
• Keeps room adequately stocked with linens and supplies.
• Assumes care for the physical and psychological needs of the patient.
• Administers safety precautions related to the magnetic field.

Miscellaneous

• Follows hospital radiation safety regulations and the principle of ALARA.
• Utilizes e-mail appropriately to receive communication and to communicate to others.
• Accurately badges daily clocking, PTO, holidays and call (or timely completion of the "purple" correction form).
• Performs any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Contribute To The Overall Effectiveness Of The Department

• Completes other job-related duties and projects as assigned.
• Organizes responsibilities as follows:
• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Education And Experience

• The knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of an Associate's Degree or Professional Training.
• Licensure and/or advanced certification in 2 imaging modalities required.
• ARRT or ARRT eligible, State license and CPR certified required.
• A minimum of one to two years of job-related experience is required.
• (1) The associate must be registered in the two modalities in which they are working.
• (2) There must be a need for employment in the two modalities.
• (3) The employee must work regularly scheduled hours in the two modalities.

Knowledge & Skills

• Must possess excellent Imaging skills in regards to positioning, technique, film critique and department protocols.
• Must have computer knowledge of all systems used within the two modalities worked.
• Familiarity with the imaging equipment in the two modalities worked.
• Extensive knowledge of a functioning Radiology Department.
• Must have knowledge of radiation protection and understand and utilize the methods to protect patients, self and staff.
• Pass ARRT and advanced certification in both work areas within 6 months of eligibility to maintain this position.