Radiographer, Part Time

What You Will Do

• Performs all basic diagnostic techniques and examinations according to the protocols determined by the Radiologist.
• Maintains constant attention to patients assigned to the technologist for examination.
• Produces optimal radiographs for the purpose of diagnostic interpretation.
• Selects proper technical factors, restraining devices and operates diagnostic equipment (c-arm, portable, R&F, and general) as directed.
• Completes exams within specified productivity standards.
• Identifies, develops, and digitizes patient films.
• Completes exams within specified productivity standards.
• Maintain records of exams.
• Digitizes all radiographs performed in the E.D. department within a reasonable timeframe.
• Provides protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards to ensure the well-being of patients, hospital personnel, general public and self while performing any duties.
• Maintains appropriate records of examinations.
• Maintains the integrity and efficiency of the Radiology Information System.
• Subjected to on-call status including weekends, holidays and other shifts as assigned.
• Refers to the Lead Technologist any complex problems and/or issues.
• Encouraged to participate in continuing education and self-development.
• Participates in the formal in-service program provided for Radiology Complex.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Qualifications

• A High School Diploma / GED is required.
• A Technical Diploma Radiology Program is required.

Experience Qualifications

• Pediatric experience is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• Radiography - American Registry for Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) - within 12 months - Required.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - issued through an organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - within 12 months - Required.

Skills And Abilities

• Basic knowledge of all forms of diagnostic imaging (Required proficiency).
• Basic knowledge of film processing equipment (Required proficiency).
• Basic knowledge of PACS systems (Preferred proficiency).
• Basic knowledge of Radiology Information Systems (Preferred proficiency).
• Basic knowledge of CR and DR equipment (Required proficiency).
• Responsible for maintaining the continuing education required for this position. (Required proficiency).
• Attend Infection Control lecture-mandatory (Required proficiency).
• Attend Fire & Safety lecture-mandatory (Required proficiency).
• Obtains at least 12 CE credits/year (Required proficiency).

Benefits

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