Job summary
the registered radiologic technologist is responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation to patients for diagnostic purposes and fulfilling the goals and objectives of advanced pain care.
qualifications
* graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology
* current registration with arrt and successful completion of basic life support
* three to five years of radiologic technologist experience preferred
duties and responsibilites
* performs diagnostic procedures on patients to meet the established practice parameters and standards of care
* utilizes proper positioning of patients, proper image identification, professional patient care and assessment and maintains proper documentation
* prepares patients for exams by communicating the need to remove garments or jewelry that may interfere with procedure, and explaining how the process works
* adheres to medical and standard precautions as required per procedure
* performs clerical duties, transports patients as required and processes images
* administers contrast media and other medications as directed
* assists with quality control/performance improvement, including maintaining radiographic equipment
* closely follows provider instructions and apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology to the process in order to help provider diagnose problems
* use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and ensure safety of patients and staff members
* monitor video display of area being scanned and monitor patients' conditions and reactions to procedures, reporting abnormal signs to physician
* adheres to all advanced pain care policies and procedures
* has regular and predictable attendance
* performs other duties as assigned
knowledge, skills and abilities
* knowledge of x-ray equipment
* excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
* excellent oral and written communication skills
* ability to work with complex computers and machinery
* ability to work independently
* ability to exercise judgment and make decisions under pressure
* ability to manage time well
* ability to handle confidential patient information
* ability to document accurately and precisely
* ability to produce high quality images consistently
working conditions environmental conditions
* medical office environment
physical requirements
good visual acuity, accurate color vision. Ability to lift/transfer patients in excess of 100 pounds, which may require pushing, pulling, and essentially utilizing a full range of body movement. Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. Ability to reach, grasp, use fine finger movement and feel fine sensation to discern temperature, texture, size and shape. Computer skills preferred.
work relationships
reports to office manager, radiologist and/or providers
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