Radiographer

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Under the direction of a Radiologist, performs radiologic procedures for the evaluation of pathological conditions as ordered by a physician.
• Performs related functions in accordance with department protocols.
• Utilizes independent judgment to determine appropriate radiographic techniques, patient positioning, and safety practices.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Explain examination procedures to patients and prepare them for imaging.
• Review clinical data on requisitions and perform appropriate examinations.
• Obtain additional medical history as needed.
• Prepare procedure rooms and replenish supplies, including linens and related materials.
• Analyze patient anatomy, set up equipment, and perform radiologic procedures.
• Manually control equipment to obtain accurate diagnostic images.
• Utilize patient immobilization as necessary.
• Select and administer intravenous contrast media when appropriate.
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions and provide immediate care if needed.
• Apply radiation protection principles (ALARA), including proper shielding and equipment settings to minimize dose exposure.
• Prepare and maintain sterile equipment, monitors, and supplies as required. Follow infection control standards and ensure proper storage of supplies.
• Adhere to patient care standards to ensure safety, privacy, confidentiality, comfort, and legal/ethical rights.
• Complete required worksheets, logs, patient records, and documentation accurately.
• Educate and train new hires and students while maintaining primary responsibilities.
• PACS: Resolve image exceptions and ensure high-quality image transmission, confirming image and series counts.
• RIS: Complete study indexing, including study initiation, completion, and documentation in the Radiology Information System.
• Review and confirm clinical protocols with the Radiologist prior to performing studies.
• Demonstrate team standards of excellence, including AIDET communication, timely responsiveness, positive attitude, innovation, and respect for diversity.
• Complete all required documentation in the medical record and radiology systems to support clinical and billing functions.

Required Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Ongoing continuing education hours as required.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• Registered in Radiography with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) or registry eligible (must obtain registry within 6 months of hire if eligible).
• Healthcare Provider certification (BCLS/BLS).

Customer Service & Professional Standards:

Must meet or exceed core customer service standards, including:

• Communication.
• Ownership.
• Understanding & Motivation.
• Sensitivity.
• Excellence.
• Teamwork & Respect.

Personal qualities required:

• Self-directed.
• Flexible and team-oriented.
• Demonstrates initiative and willingness to learn.
• Open to new learning experiences.
• Respects diversity.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

• Work may be performed in hospital settings, including fixed units and mobile units (IPD, OR, ER, etc.).
• Potential exposure to radiation if safety precautions are not followed.
• Exposure to high-voltage equipment and potentially contagious patients.
• May occasionally lift and/or move equipment and/or patients exceeding 10 lbs.

Schedule Hours per week: 40.00
Schedule Hours per day: 8.00
Schedule Days per week: 5.00