Radiologic Technologist II - Overnights

This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Diagnostic Radiology duties: Evaluates physical conditions related to diagnostics are typically technically skilled and able to operate medical imaging equipment for this purpose. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. An experienced level role requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requiring vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision, works through problems of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures and communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.

Job Overview

Under the direction of the clinical leaders, performs radiographic procedures that follow radiological standards in a safe, accurate and timely manner which are necessary to allow the radiologist and/or physician to make a radiological diagnosis. This position performs radiologic procedures in both in-patient and out-patient settings in accordance with physician's orders.

The Diagnostic Radiology Department covers 5 different areas throughout the hospital. The techs rotate through the OR/portables, ER, outpatient, orthopedics, and fluoroscopy. As a level one trauma center, we see a variety of exams of the highest acuity for a diverse population of patients.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Graduate of approved School of Radiological Technology.

2. Certification granted by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (AART).

3. Licensed by the Massachusetts Radiation Control Board.

4.Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Two (2) years directly related experience.

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Identifies each patient and reviews each patient's requisition, either hard copy or in computer system, for consistency of examination ordered with clinical diagnosis and all demographic information.

2. Records pertinent data on Radiologic requisition at all times (Physician's name, technologist's name, date, explanation for limited examination, etc.)

3. Assesses patient condition, ensures patient safety through proper use of restraint/support devices.

4. Reviews each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed examination to appropriate supervisor, and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure.

5. Identifies anatomical orientation on all required images, and ensures proper film identification on all images. Lead markers visible on every film so that the radiographed anatomical area is correctly identified. Labels films with appropriate stickers.

6. Coordinates radiographic examination to ensure the quality and continuity of patient care and assists with the management of the workflow of the department to ensure the completion of work assignments in the absence of the radiology supervisor.

7. Contributes to the efficient operation of the department.

8. Maintains confidentiality of all hospital-related information.

9. Initiates applicable "incidents reports" by end of shift and reports incomplete and incorrect examinations to ensure the proper patient charge and continuity of patient care.

10. Reports all safety hazards that could harm patients, visitors, or other hospital employees to appropriate supervisors immediately at all times.

11. Educates each patient in a professional manner, explanation includes what the patient should expect and the timeliness of the exam.

12. Takes the initiative to meet customer's needs and solve customer's problems or finds someone who can.

13. Complies with safety, infection control and environmental control policies and procedures for the department.

14. Provides lowest possible radiation exposure to staff, patients and families according to ALARA guidelines.

Physical Requirements:

1. Able to transport patients (including aggressive ones) from wheelchair or patient slide board to table.

2. Able to move portable x-ray machine to examination site.

3. Occasionally sitting, frequent standing, walking, and lifting of 30-35 lbs.

4. Able to wear protective lead aprons and lead gloves during examinations.

5. Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate radiology equipment.

6. Hearing and visual acuity sufficient to perform examinations; observe patients, read monitors and documents, and hear audible equipment alarms.

Skills & Abilities:

1. Knowledge of radiographic equipment, examinations, and procedures that require contrast agents.

2. Knowledge of patient transfers and positioning techniques.

3. Knowledge of radiographic equipment operation and radiation safety.

4. Ability to organize patient care and set priorities by providing critical care first and by implementing physician's orders.

5. Ability to perform all necessary computer operations to ensure proper examination documentation and charges.

6. Responds to changes in the work schedule in a calm and appropriate manner.

7. Exhibits good judgement and a calm demeanor in all situations, especially during periods of stress and emergency.

8. Effective at time management.

9. Ability to communicate to the age specific populations served when greeting, receiving, or directing patients, visitors and hospital personnel arriving or calling the department in a courteous manner.