Major Responsibilities:

• Determination of appropriate radiologic technique and position for patient using immobilization and support devices. The radiologic technologist is to actively promote a positive and professional team effort to increase customer satisfaction
• Operation of general radiographic equipment (fluoroscopic, portable radiography, surgery, and C-arm) equipment.
• Compliance with established department safety standards to ensure patients and staff well being at all times to include proper established safety procedures for all health workers, patients, and visitors. Monitors staff compliance with safety rules: generate written documentation/incident reports related to safety issues.
• Coordination of quality control task (checking your radiographic films to ensure optimal quality, etc.).
• Provision of instruction and orientation to new technologists and students
• Participation in problem-solving issues addressing patients, department operations, quality assurance procedures, interdepartmental relationships and employee morale.

Education/Experience Required:

• Must be a graduate from an accredited AMA School of Radiology Board eligible for ARRT registry exam Must pass ARRT exam within 3 months of hire

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Must achieve proficiency in various HIS/RIS systems with in 30 days Effective interpersonal skills
• IEMA accreditation in medical radiation technology CPR certified Board eligible for ARRT registry exam

Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to make independent professional decisions pertaining to high quality patient care High degree of technical skills Must be able to function with minimal assistance in performing job activities Must be conscientious in practicing high quality patient care Ability to work rotating shifts any day of the week Radiation exposure Must be able to deal with extremely ill patients Ability to lift and/or move patients. Heavy lifting: Lifting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds constantly. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with established time constraints May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases. This position can recognize needs and behaviors of the following age groups: pediatric (newborn, toddler, and school-age), adolescent, adult, and older adult. Evidence of this can be shown by recognizing levels of development and modifying approach and exhibiting communication skills necessary to interpret age specific responses.
• If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Addendum: To perform routine and advanced radiographic procedures on designated portion of the body for use by physicians in diagnosing and treating patient illness and/or injury to ensure patient safety and quality care. The role of the radiology technologist II is to ensure Customer Satisfaction, to support an atmosphere of respect and professionalism among other associates, including students from the School of Radiology along with performing advanced imaging in Surgery and Fluoroscopy.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.