Description

Job Summary and Qualifications

Obtains quality radiographs of patients within the department as well as with portable equipment in an acceptable timeframe.

Complies with radiation safety guidelines for patient and self. Utilizes Personal Protective Equipment. Operates radiographic equipment safely and competently.

Demonstrates the ability to perform all necessary computer operations (i.e. Meditech and PACS). Ensure proper charges are entered and referring physician’s orders are verified.

Renders patient care in a professional and courteous manner.

Prepares examination rooms for radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. Monitors inventory of supplies during room rotation. Maintain room cleanliness and neat appearance of work areas and dressing rooms.

Assists the radiologist in administering medications, contrast agents and all types of care to the patient.

Reviews each exam for technical accuracy (i.e. markers on images, technical quality, anatomical positioning, annotation, etc.) and completes verification process in PACS.

Assists Diagnostic Supervisor with PACS clean up. i.e.: Clean CR plates, erase cassettes, close and send exams from workstations, etc.

Completes and maintains personal educational requirements.

Maintains strict confidentiality regarding employees and patient information according to Policy and Procedure.

 

EDUCATION

REQUIRED:

Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology. 

Responsible for continuing education credits as mandated by the ARRT for licensure

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: (required)

Required: American Registry of Radiologic Technology 

Required: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider

Details
Level 1 trauma and Siemen’s experience is required Under general supervision and following established procedures, operates CT equipment (e.g. CT scanner, Power Injector, Laser Printer, Patient monitoring devices, etc.) to acquire images for use by physicians in diagnosis and treatment of pathologies. Staff will be required to float among radiology clinics and divisions associated with BWH as needed. Operates CT equipment to obtain diagnostic images and information according to departmental protocol. In doing so, ensures the patient is properly prepared, positioned, immobilized and uses protective shield on the patient as needed. Selects proper imaging factors, and images the designated portion(s) of the body. 2} Explains exam to patient taking into consideration physical and emotional needs; maintains ethical standards (patient confidentiality, professional conduct, etc.). Delivers patient care under scope of license / training. 3} To maintain effective working relations and communication with departmental and other hospital personnel, i.e. professional, nursing, etc. 4} Calibrate and verify the operation of all equipment to be used during the work day. To notify appropriate personnel of equipment malfunctions and repairs needed. 5} Execute paperwork and Radiology Information System functions as necessary for each patient exam (e.g. schedule exam, complete exam, transfer images to PACS, etc.). 6} Performs venipuncture for purposes of contrast administration under the direction of a radiologist. Follow all hospital and departmental contrast administration policies and procedures. 7} Attend staff meetings, in-services, and maintains appropriate CEU's in accordance with Massachusetts State Licensure and A.R.R.T. (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) requirements. 8} May oversee and instruct various personnel and technology students (medical radiography, CT, nuclear medicine) within the department. 9} Prepare the equipment room and supplies necessary for each patient and regular daily use. Stock and supply room as needed. 10} To acknowledge and participate in research programs, quality assurance and quality improvement projects carried on in the department (i.e. cost containment). 11} To assume responsibilities for on-call coverage and to remain flexible in all shift coverage and overtime situations as necessary. 12} Rotates within department, divisions and all off site clinics, by shifts as required and needed; cooperates with all personnel, promoting harmony within department 13} Transport and transfer patients using established procedures according to departmental guidelines. 14} Uses independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative under pressure in a variety of situations when performing patient exams. 15} Performs all other duties as directed. Must be a graduate of an approved school of Radiologic technology; possess a current Massachusetts State Radiologic Technologist license and be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent. 2. Be Registered or eligible for certification in CT by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or equivalent is required. Must meet, successfully complete, and maintain the ARRT or equivalent CT certification and registration within one year of start of employment. 3. 2-3 years experience as a Radiologic technologist preferred with at least one year in cross-sectional anatomy courses. Must have interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively with patients who may be under physical and / or emotional stress. 2} Must possess analytical abilities necessary to acquire and effectively utilize knowledge of imaging processes, techniques, and procedures and cross sectional anatomy.

Certification: American Registry of Radiologic Technology , American Heart Association Basic Life Support