To apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis in accordance with policy and procedure, practicing radiation safety methods at all times.
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 Patient Rights policies.
Knowledge of the needs of patients according to their age group and the ability to modify care according to the patient's age.
Service and Quality Standards:ServiceAdheres to customer service standardsIs competent, caring, and compassionateTreats coworkers and customers with dignity and respectDemonstrates competent, caring, and compassionate behavior to customers and coworkersPeopleAssures confidentiality of patient and employee informationIs positive in interactions with othersIs courteous and respectfulPromotes a harassment-free environmentInspires the trust of othersActs in accordance with hospital policies and code of conduct, and identifies any conflicts of interest.QualityIs excellent in patient care and serviceDemonstrates multidisciplinary cooperationAssists in obtaining excellent satisfaction scores of feedbackIs safety consciousDemonstrates safety consciousness and supports safety initiativesIs involved with improvement effortsSupports performance improvementSeeks ways to improve systems and servicesShows commitment to improvement effortsMeets mandatory educational requirementsGrowthDemonstrates commitment to hospital mission and visionIs active and involvedSupports hospital initiativesChampions innovation and supports changeIs a positive role modelFosters team cooperationFinanceIs a good steward of hospital resourcesDevelops/uses efficient work methodsConserves organizational resourcesJob Responsibilities:Performs and documents patient and family education activities including assessing, performing and documentingProvides age specific care for newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric population.Supports patient's rights and responsibilities, including respect for cultural and religious diversityUses proper positioning and technical factors to obtain high-quality imagesAccurately identifies images and includes patient historyCorrelates accurately contrast media and dosage to examProficiently operates radiographic equipmentAssists physicians, students, and other technologists with proceduresMaintains compliance with Patient Safety GoalsIs in compliance with all radiation safety standardsDocuments and completes accurately and in a timely manner all exam informationQualificationsEducation 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 XPush/Pull XClimb XSquat/Bend/Kneel XSit XStand XWalk/Move About XThe 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.
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