Radiology Technologist

Position Summary:

To perform all duties necessary for diagnostic x-ray procedures. To provide patients with more than they expect.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Performs diagnostic x-ray procedures as directed by physicians.
• Verifies correct patient and exam ordered before performing exam and dresses patient appropriately for exam. Elicits pertinent information concerning the procedure and the patient's history from the medical chart and/or the patient.
• Explains the procedure to the patient. Positions the patient appropriately. Selects the appropriate cassette size and exposure factors. Cannulates veins for administration of contrast material or other medications. A
• Assists the radiologist/PA during special procedures.
• Monitors the patient's condition during procedures.
• Performs DEXA scans.
• Prepares study to be read by the radiologist:
  • Completes procedure information on the appropriate forms.
  • Writes diagnosis information on the charge ticket when appropriate and types of relevant information into the RIS.
  • Retrieves old studies for comparison when requested.
  • Verify images are on PACS and labeled correctly before taking pertinent paperwork to the reading room.
• Participates in the supervision of student technologists and new hires.
• Performs related work as required.

Performance Measures:

• Produces the highest quality images possible.
• Utilizes time efficiently to maximize productivity and minimize patient waiting time.
• Is proficient in the operation of all radiographic units used for general radiography.
• Stays up-to-date on the latest techniques, procedures, and policies. Abides by Clinic policies and guidelines.
• Maintains professional, considerate, and congenial work relationships with patients, staff and the public. Observes strict rules of patient confidentiality.
• Keeps equipment and work area clean, organized, well stocked and functioning properly.
• Is responsible for training radiology students and radiology technician hires.

Qualifications:

• Experience: At least six months of similar or related experience.
• Education: A two year college degree or completion of a specialized course of study at a business or trade school or completion of a specialized and extensive in-house training or apprenticeship program. Completion of course in Radiologic technology approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists; current certification (ARRT) (R) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Kansas State licensure and CPR certification required.
• Interpersonal Skills: A significant level of trust and diplomacy is required, in addition to courtesy, good attitude and tact. Clear and effective communication is required. Work involves extensive personal contact with others and/or is usually of a personal or sensitive nature. Work may involve motivating or influencing others. Work involves being a team player. Outside contacts become important and fostering sound relationships with other entities (companies and/or individuals) becomes necessary.
• Other Skills:
  • Knowledge of Computed Radiology/Digital Radiology, anatomy, and physiology to focus the exam on the area of concern; common safety hazards and precautions; radiation safety to minimize dose to self and patients; x-ray physics and instrumentation to provide the best possible image quality with minimal radiation dose.
  • Skill in vein cannulization; recognizing and responding to patient's needs; monitoring the patient's condition; sterile techniques and procedures; maintaining records and recording information; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, staff, and the public.
  • Ability to react calmly to emergency situations; communicate clearly; interpret, adapt, and apply established guidelines, yet be flexible to meet the individual needs of the patient; work with general supervision, structuring own work patterns within the general outline, referring unusual situations or problems to the supervisor; maintain quality control standards; and work effectively during periods of stress resulting from patient flow and office demands.

Physical Requirements:

• Manual and finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination for operation and repair of all departmental equipment.
• Lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds; lifts and appropriately positions patients weighing up to 300 pounds.
• Requires eyesight correctable to 20/20 to operate equipment and review developed films.
• Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of Hutchinson Clinic.