JOB PURPOSE OR MISSION: Provide Interventional Pain Management services to all patients at a level consistent with Baton Rouge Rehabilitation Hospital (BRRH) mission, vision, and values. To perform radiographic exams to include all modalities covered under the staff radiographer’s license. To monitor and evaluate patient care quality and efficiency as part of a multi-disciplinary team and appropriate for the age population served, as defined in the department’s scope of service. JOB FUNCTIONS ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS include, but are not limited to: 1. Performs radiologic procedures in accordance with unit-based standards of practice. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
• Moves X-ray equipment into specified position and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors, such as time and distance.
• Demonstrates effective knowledge of radiographic exposure techniques and protocols.
• Transfers, positions and instructs patients regarding the procedure.
• Consistently produces film of high technical quality.
• Positions patients and operates equipment to produce most reliable and informational data.
• Transports patient to radiographic room; prepares and maintains room following BRRH Safety Guidelines.
• Utilizes immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specific areas of the body while maintaining patient safety and comfort.
• Assesses data reflective of each patient’s status and interprets information needed in order to identify each patient’s age requirements relative to his or her age specific health care needs. 2. Demonstrates correct and safe operation of radiographic equipment. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
• Demonstrates compliance with radiation safety procedures — correctly shields patient/techs/visitors.
• Correctly uses monitoring devices.
• Complies with room technique. 3. Practices effective communication that enhances teamwork and quality of care. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
• Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxiety and obtain patient cooperation.
• Recognizes adverse reactions and responds appropriately through action and communication with other staff and physicians.
• Demonstrates age specific care awareness by communicating at appropriate level of complexity and word choice for the age of patient undergoing procedure. 4. Performs other duties and special projects as required.
Holds current Louisiana State license to perform in the capacity of radiographer. CPR Certified ACLS Preferred
Full-Time
