What are the responsibilities and job description for the RADIOLOGY TECH - RADIOLOGY - PT DAYS position at ANDERSON HOSPITAL?
Job Details
Description
JOB SUMMARY:
To apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis in accordance with policy and procedure, practicing radiation safety methods at all time. To select appropriate technical factors limiting the need for re-exposure and in accordance with equipment operating guidelines.
To apply patient care, communicating the procedure performed, lessening apprehension and in accordance with the Maryville Imaging’s Patent’s Rights policies. Knowledge of the needs of patient according to their age group and the ability to modify care according to patient’s age.
Service and Quality Standards:
Service
Is Customer focused
Anticipates customer needs
Adheres to customer service standards
Is Competent, caring and compassionate
Treats coworkers and customers with dignity and respect
Demonstrates competent, caring and compassionate behavior
to customers and coworkers
People
Is conversation conscious
Assures confidentiality of patient and employee information
Is positive in interactions with others
Is courteous and respectful
Promotes a harassment free environment
Inspires the trust of others
Acts in accordance with hospital policies and code of conduct, and identifies any conflicts of interest.
Quality
Is excellent in patient care and service
Demonstrates multidisciplinary cooperation
Assists in obtaining excellent satisfaction scores of feedback
Is safety conscious
Demonstrates safety consciousness and supports safety initiatives
Is involved with improvement efforts
Supports performance improvement
Seeks ways to improve systems and services
Shows commitment to improvement efforts
Meets mandatory educational requirements
Growth
Is a loyal ambassador
Demonstrates commitment to hospital mission and vision
Is active and involved
Supports hospital initiatives
Champions innovation and supports change
Is a positive role model
Fosters team cooperation
Finance
Is a good steward of hospital resources
Develops/uses efficient work methods
Is cost effective
Conserves organizational resources
Job Responsibilities:
- Performs and documents patient and family education activities including assessing, performing and documenting
- Provides age specific care for newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric population.
- Supports patient’s rights and responsibilities, including respect of cultural and religious diversity
- Uses proper positioning and technical factors to obtain high quality images
- Accurately identifies images and includes patient history
- Correlates accurately contrast media and dosage to exam
- Proficiently operates radiographic equipment
- Assists physicians, students and other technologist with procedures
- Maintains compliance with Patient Safety Goals
- Is in compliance with all radiation safety standards
- Documents and completes accurately and in a timely manner all exam information
Qualifications
Education Requirements and Other Requirements:
Education Level: High school diploma or equivalent.
Certification / Licensure: Formal radiologic technology training in AMA approved school.
Must be ARRT registered and IDNS licensed unrestricted.
Current BLS: Required
Experience Requirements:
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Extensive walking, standing, pushing and/or lifting medium to heavy weight. Exposure to radiation.
Exposure Category I: Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues: All procedures or other job related tasks that involve inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, or a potential for spills or splashes of them are Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures should be required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.
Physical Activity:
NA 0-25% 26-75% 76-100%
Lift/Carry X
Push/Pull X
Reach Overhead X
Climb X
Squat/Bend/Kneel X
Sit X
Stand X
Walk/Move About X
The most significant duties have been included in this description. Other duties may be assigned and the hospital has the right to modify this job description as needed to accurately reflect assigned duties.
