Radiologic Technologist

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

To render professional radiology services to patients in support of the physicians and assist the surgery team at Parkway Surgery Center (PSC) with the organization and daily function of the operating room in accordance with established standards and facility policies and procedures. To ensure that all duties assigned are done in a timely manner and to participate in patient care.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Perform the following duties on a daily basis or as needed.

• Demonstrate awareness of patients’ concerns and a willingness to address them.
• Follow OSHA and HIPAA Standards.
• Ensure patient’s safety and comfort.

• Observe pertinent changes in symptoms of patients’ condition and take appropriate action; report to RN or physician.
• Take patient x-rays as scheduled by the physician. Print x-ray films for viewing by physician.
• Maintain x-ray equipment daily.
• Responsible for updating x-ray service records.
• Monitor stock of all x-ray supplies and assist Materials Manager with ordering x-ray supplies as needed.
• Maintain x-ray filing system. Files any x-rays and reports as needed in a timely manner.
• Responsible for submission of quarterly TLD’s in a timely manner, reviewing radiation exposure reports, and maintaining all records as required by state regulation.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal licensing agencies through educational training and/or submission of directed readings.
• Review x-ray schedules several days in advance and checks for any conflicts, potential problems, or needed supplies.
• Obtain x-rays from office as needed for procedures.
• Assist Radiation Safety Officer with inspection and scheduling.
• Assist in open surgical cases as needed.
• Assists nurses in patient care as needed.
• Perform Lithotripsy procedures as needed and complete documentation accordingly.
• Be prepared for all cases at the scheduled surgery times.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of asceptic and sterile technique, anatomy, and physiology.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of surgical instruments and scopes and exhibit familiarity with use, care, and maintenance.
• Pull supplies for surgical procedures and set-up room for case.
• Set up table, instruments, and supplies according to the type of procedure.
• Escort patient into procedure/operating room and prep patient for procedure as needed.
• Maintain sterile field during surgical procedures.
• Maintain correct count of sponges, needles and other disposables as directed.
• Assist in application of dressings as directed.
• Clean and restock operating rooms, supply rooms, and instrument cleaning areas.
• Clean and sterilize surgical instruments and scopes.
• Check sterilized equipment and medical supplies for expired dates.
• Clean autoclave and change soak solution biweekly and perform maintenance when possible.
• Scrub and/or assist physician during surgery or procedure. Demonstrates ability to anticipate physician’s needs.
• Assist Clinical Manager in ensuring current standards and practices for asepsis are followed as recommended by regulatory bodies.
• Assist in updating surgeons’ preference cards.
• Close out charts.
• Assist with sending specimens to lab, documentation and filing of reports.
• Monitor supply usage and par levels.
• Assist Materials Manager in ordering equipment and supplies.
• Monitor linen/scrub use and assist in stocking of linen and gathering for collection.
• Assist in stocking supplies when delivered and checking packing slip for accuracy.
• Is available to rotate patients between ORs and Procedure room to expedite surgery schedule.
• Assist in pulling charts for peer review.
• Assist with checking in patients, answering phones, takes messages (pulling corresponding patient chart as needed) and transfer calls when appropriate.
• Maintains professional demeanor at all times with patients, care givers, physicians, and co-workers.
• Seek guidance, direction, and assistance when needed. Follows facility Policies and Procedures at all times.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITY:

Provide assistance to ensure the center’s objectives are achieved in an effective, timely, and efficient manner.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Holds current registration with ARRT and state of South Carolina. Demonstrates current competency in those clinical responsibilities as listed previously. Current BCLS.  

X-Ray Technology skills obtained through applicable job experience and/or appropriate education; strong sense of professionalism; ability to organize work according to priorities; maturity and tact in dealing with patients, clients, physicians, and co-workers; ability to maintain a helpful and positive regard for the patient and family.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS:

Does not supervise any other employee. Supervised by the Clinical Manager and/or OR RN.

As a representative of Parkway Surgery Center, all comments, attitudes, actions, and behaviors have a direct affect on the facility’s image and perceptions of quality service. Interaction with patients, families, physicians, referral sources, affiliating schools, visitors, volunteers, co-workers, supervisors, vendors, etc. must be in a manner that is friendly, supportive, courteous, respectful, cooperative, and professional. This behavior should promote an atmosphere of team work which is congruent with facility standards and guidelines to promote positive relations.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Exposure to chemical hazards includes but is not limited to Ethylene oxide, gluteraldehyde, and disinfectants possible. Exposure to communicable diseases and body fluids possible. Requires work in cold rooms.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess visual and auditory abilities to communicate with patients. Requires gross and fine motor skills to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift (up to moderately heavy objects), carry, push, pull, bend, reach, and stand for long periods of time. Manual dexterity needed. Good vision. Ability to use fine finger movements.

COMPLY WITH PSC POLICIES:

• Attends 50% of departmental meetings per year, 50% of facility meetings per year and is accountable for the information presented at all departmental and facility meetings by initialing minutes as directed.
• Consistently reports to work on time and begins work promptly and performs duties for entire scheduled shift.
• Maintains absentee rate within limits of status.
• Notifies appropriate department manager of absences and tardiness in a timely fashion.
• Attends all mandatory PSC in-services and watches mandatory videos as evidenced by attendance records.
• Reads new policies and documents as instructed.
• Volunteers to serve on PSC committees as the need arises.

The above statements reflect the general outline considered necessary to describe the principle functions of this job. It shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements of the job.