Radiology Tch

Job Summary

Operates radiology equipment to produce diagnostic x-rays as prescribed by physicians and perform routine diagnostic procedures according to established standards and practices.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Reviews patient's medical record and physician’s request prior to radiographic procedure to obtain and record identifying information required for the treatment and patient records.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills and maintains competencies required to provide care appropriate to age of the patients served within department.
• Selects and prepares equipment and supplies as needed for each exam/procedure.
• Elicits the cooperation of patients by explaining procedure. Positions and instructs patients regarding x-ray procedures. Evaluates the patient’s condition and applies immobilizing devices when the patient cannot cooperate.
• Uses supportive devices such as sandbags, angle boards and binders to obtain precise position, to avoid re-injury, discomfort and pain, or intruding the sterile field.
• Performs a variety of orthopedic, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, obstetric, bone imaging, barium enemas, chest, head and neck radiographic procedures, etc. to produce x-ray images.
• Prepares and assists in administering contrast agents by monitoring dosages and determining any potential allergies ensuring compliance with department policies and procedures.
• Observes patient and equipment during procedure. Reports adverse or any unusual reactions or events.
• Processes films and prepares images of x-rays for viewing following established procedures.
• Recognizes and corrects technical errors to ensure a clear and accurate x-ray.
• P Practices radiation safety through appropriate use of radiation protection devices and adhering to radiation safety standards to protect patient and staff and to comply with regulatory agencies and requirements.
• Ensures accurate documentation in performing and processing all procedures in order to capture all charges and other relevant information.
• Operates the Radiology Information System to enter required test data and patient information, using all appropriate modules with accuracy.
• Ensures patient information and images are correctly transmitted to PACS system.

Essential Functions

• Documents care based on standards of care and practice and/or clinical priorities for documentation (assessment, radiology procedure, and patient's response during procedure).
• Responds and/or participates with medical emergencies. Initiates and/or assists with CPR/BLS/ACLS as required.
• Maintains confidentiality in matters relating to patient/family, department and hospital information.
• Adheres to established department and organization policies (i.e. HIPAA, Confidentiality, and Compliance Policies).
• Confers and works collaboratively with patient/family/hospital staff in a customer responsive and courteous manner, in compliance with iRESPECT standards and promoting patient/customer satisfaction in coordinating/implementing patient care activities.
• Prepares and maintains required records, reports and files for administrative and compliance purposes. Utilizes patient computer systems to enter and retrieve data.
• Participates in quality/performance improvement. Collects quality data for monitoring performance improvement and to produce the best value service.
• Provides support to radiology and other medical and hospital staff to provide clinical assistance as needed.
• Assists in orientation and supervision of new staff members and students when they provide patient care, treatment and services as part of their training.
• Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.
• Responds to problems/opportunities to improve work environment and participates in unit based performance improvement activities which includes committees, monitoring and follow-up.
• Maintains a clean, orderly, safe environment for patients and personnel. Prepares or cleans patient rooms by changing linens, stocking supplies and wiping off tables and equipment.
• Affixes to established policies, compliance/quality improvement, and safety, environment and infection control standards. Assists in care and maintenance of equipment and effective utilization of supplies.
• Notifies supervisor of equipment malfunction.
• Provides coverage for relief and absences.
• Demonstrates flexibility to work night, weekend and holiday shifts to provide continuous radiology coverage as required.