GENERAL SUMMARY:

The primary role of the Medical Radiographer is using medical imaging equipment to produce images of tissues, organs, bones, and vessels. Radiographers are equipped with the technological skills to handle imaging equipment and the interpersonal skills necessary for patient care.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
2. Determines most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly
3. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
4. Takes call according to monthly schedule after the closing of the regular department hours.
5. Completes all work before clocking out and leaving, performs all quality control checks, as prescribed.
6. Performs highest quality imaging consistent with prescribed examination; documents and deviation.
7. Interacts professionally with patients, families, and co-workers to maintain a positive enviorment.
8. Provides care appropriate to the condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric and general population.
9. Understands and practices proper use of all equipment; never operates equipment inconsistent with manufacturer's instructions.
10. Ability to perform CT head, and CTA head and neck within 90 days of hire.
11. Performs all other duties as assigned by the department manager

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Meets dress code standards; appearance is neat and clean.
2. Completes annual educational requirements, maintains regulatory requirements.
3. Reports to work on time when scheduled; completes work within designated time.
4. Consistently completes and maintains assigned duties; maintains PAR levels including scanning each item used out of inventory.
5. Wears identification badge while on duty, uses time system correctly to punch in or out and adds call as needed.
6. Attends department meetings, annual review and department in-services, as scheduled. Read all department meeting minutes.
7. Maintains hospital requirements, policies, and standards on confidentiality.
8. Knowledge and understanding of general anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
9. Possesses a high level of knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
10. Actively participates in performance, quality, and process improvement goals.
11. Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Additional languages preferred.
12. Basic computer knowledge, including navigation through EMR, PACS, & RIS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

One year of radiologic/imaging experience preferred but not required. Prefer specific training, experience, and/or certification in CT & X-Ray imaging. Graduation from an approved school of Radiologic Technology, Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS:

Current BLS certification, or complete within 6 months of hire