Radiologic Technologist - X-Ray, PRN

Role Summary

Provide expert diagnostic radiological imaging and patient care to assure a high level of quality care and service to patients, physicians and customers in and outside the radiology department.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide radiological services by exemplifying the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform a variety of radiographic procedures utilizing ionizing radiation for radiographic diagnosis
• Prepares room, equipment, contrast media, and supplies as necessary for each procedure
• Able to perform all procedures offered by the department and shows a willingness to learn new procedures and technology
• Selects proper exposure and technical parameters into the x-ray generating systems to provide the optimum image
• Interacts with the patient to address their concerns, obtain verbal permission to perform their examination, and respond to any needs stated or unstated by the patient
• Provides patient education to patient and family by providing an explanation of procedures to be performed and radiology processes
• Absorbs responsibility for protection of patient and other persons involved in procedures, including utilizing radiation exposure reduction techniques such as proper collimation and lead shielding to minimize radiation exposure
• Recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate action and assists in providing immediate care for life support measures
• Complies with all departmental and organizational policies and procedures, regulatory requirements, including OSHA, CMS, Joint Commission, and any other specific safety, security and infection control policies
• Maintains patient and radiology electronic health records following HIPAA standards
• Completes the required hours of continuing education in order to maintain certification in all assigned imaging modalities and completes annual clinical competency assessments
• Perform other work assignments as required

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved program in Radiologic Technology or military training in Radiologic Technology
• Completion of a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) accredited program in radiology
• Current certification as a Radiographer ARRT-R from American Registry of Radiologic Technology
• Must possess a Medical Radiographer License in NE or a Diagnostic Radiographer Permit in Iowa to practice, as a radiographer, license or permit must be held in the state which you practice
• BL or BLS instructor certification is required upon hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include the following: American Red Cross: CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, American Safety and Health Institute: CPR, PRO, must say “Professional Level-with AED”, and American Heart Association: Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
• Must possess a strong knowledge of human structure and function, radiographic positioning, selection of exposure factors, and preparation & administration of contrast media for routine and special radiographic procedures
• Experience with multi-dimensional medical imaging systems, patient transportation devices, and radiology information system and Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon completion of unit orientation required
• Demonstrate utilization of knowledge and skills to meet age-specific needs of the patient population