Radiologic Technologist

Position Summary:

• The Radiologic Technologist will work under the supervision of the Radiology Administrator and/or designee. Performs routine and some special procedure imaging. Prepares patient for procedures. Assists radiologists when needed. Prepares, operates and cares for the equipment being used. Develops/processes film/CDs when needed.
• Adheres to established radiology “standards of care”. Applies principles of radiation protection, when appropriate to minimize exposure to patient, self and others. Assumes responsibility for assigned area and duties.
• Adheres to hospital wide customer service programs. Performs other duties as assigned, such as quality assurance.
• Performs diagnostic and some special procedure medical radiographic images. Exercises professional judgment in performance of procedures.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following:

• Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors
• Prepares and positions patients correctly for specific examinations, observing different and special requirements for each protocol including proper documentation on images and required body part questionnaires
• Assumes responsibilities for designated areas and/ or procedures and produces good technical images, reviewing completed exams for quality, completeness for the type of test ordered
• Assists physicians during procedures as necessary
• Performs equipment Quality assurance and calibrations as needed, orders supplies
• Will be required to work in case of emergency procedures or when situations arise in the department. Works on call, holiday, overtime and/or day, evening and overnight shift coverage to help maintain adequate and safe coverage for the department
• Maintains the cleanliness of all work areas, equipment and accessories. Reports all malfunctioning equipment to Bio Med or supervisor.
• Processes images, or prints CD’s if needed
• Performs routine office duties, such as answering phones, checking previous reports/ films, documents information on patients’ request, Meditech or hospital RIS and PACs digital x-ray system

• Notifies transport when patients are ready to be picked up or returned to floors
• Shows radiologist films and calls reports to the attending physician and documents communications if necessary (wet readings).
• Provides clinical instructions to students
• Will treat all people/staff in a professional and courteous manner, upholding the hospitals behavioral standards.
• Introduces self and educates each patient or family member regarding the examination that is ordered.
• Knowledgeable and skillful in providing care, based on age, physical and psychosocial needs of different patient populations including neonate/newborn, pediatric/adolescent, adults and geriatric groups
• Performs other related duties as required, attends staff meetings and in-services
• Duties and hours may change according to the needs of the department or hospital

Education & Experience Requirements:

• The Radiologic Technologist must be a graduate of an allied health education and accredited radiography school or hospital based program. NY State DOH Licensure or Limited Permit required. ARRT registered (RT) and radiograph (R).
• Continuing education requirements need to be upheld to meet the standards set forth by governing bodies. Current standards are 24 ECE credits over a two-year period depending on year of birth.
• DOH IV certification preferred or by completion of 6 month orientation.
• BLS certification through the (AHA) American Heart Association is required or must be completed with 90 days of hire.
• Radiation dose pledge for both Image Gently and Image Wisely through the American College of Radiology (ACR) will be performed during the orientation process and before end of probationary period.