Radiology Technologist

Location:

Scotland, SD

Worker Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Primarily days with night, weekend and holiday on-call involvement (United States of America)

Position Highlights

General hours of work: Monday – Friday (Varied days as department needs coverage). Involves required on call rotation for evenings, weekend, and holidays.

SUMMARY: The Radiology technologist performs a variety of radiology tests, procedures, and related duties and operates associated diagnostic equipment. Utilizes scientific principles as well as technical, procedural, and problem-solving aptitudes for day-to-day radiology operations, quality control, quality assurance, procedure/instrument maintenance and corrective action, and radiology related continuing education.

QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Student technologists approved based on recommendation from accredited radiology program director.

CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE, and/or REGISTRATIONS:

• Registered ARRT preferred.
• Student technologists approved based on recommendation from accredited radiology program director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Understand and follow the policies and procedures of the hospital with particular attention to the individual policies and procedures set up within the radiology department.
• Use dosimeter to monitor employee exposure.
• Operate x-ray and computed tomography equipment to make diagnostic radiographs of designated body parts under the supervision of a director of radiology, following radiologist protocols.
• Educate patient on exam preparation to achieve the best diagnostic images.
• Follow policies regarding lead protective devices.
• Position and instruct patient for particular examination.
• Use proper supportive devices and angle boards when needed.
• Use correct exposure factors to produce diagnostic images.
• Make proper exposure from behind protective barrier or adequate distance from patient and equipment.
• Be able to differentiate between diagnostic and repeatable images.
• Follow protocols for administration of contrast.
• General knowledge of computers and PACS/EMR for job specific duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES, EXPECTATIONS & STANDARDS:

• Maintains confidentiality when dealing with all customers.
• Must utilize effective problem-solving skills as appropriate.
• Conveys enthusiasm and sincerity and promotes Landmann-Jungman Memorial Hospital (LJMH) and its services in a positive manner to all customers.
• Supports LJMH through the daily application of our mission, vision, and social values while providing quality care and service to our patients, their families, co-workers, physicians, volunteers, and the communities we serve.
• Must be flexible to change and can work effectively in a team environment.
• Performs duties in a manner consistent with safety and infection control policies.
• Employee is required to comply with all applicable laws, regulation and standards associated with, but not limited to HCFA, OSHA, and HIPAA.
• Coordinates workflow with other team members to ensure a productive and efficient environment.
• May be involved on organization committees.
• Is expected to attend in-service meetings and such other training/education to maintain a level of proficiency in their work.