Radiology Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Radiologic Technologist – Second Shift

Classification : Non-Exempt / Hourly

Reports To : Director of Imaging

Position Type : Full-Time

Hours Worked / Shift : Monday – Friday, 4 x 9.5 hr shifts (12pm to 9 : 30pm OR 1 : 30pm to 11pm MDT), rotating call

Summary : Performs a variety of imaging procedures and is responsible for patient safety protocols. Able to function as the first line interface with customers in the successful accomplishments of their imaging needs. Also, staff must be able to attend to other departmental employment requirements as assigned by the Director of Imaging. Staff must be able to work a varied schedule that requires call, weekends, and holidays occasionally. Weekend call is flat rate pay in addition to weekly hours worked. Staff must be able to perform a variety of imaging procedures and work with a variety of patients, physicians, and other staff at GRMC.

Essential Functions :

• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with organizational mission & goals.
• Demonstrates practices to keep all medical information confidential.
• Demonstrates behaviors that promote positive patient / staff relations.
• Comes to work as scheduled; arrives for work on time.
• Demonstrates appropriate job competencies.
• Complies with organizational policies in course of duties.
• Appearance is appropriate to job duties; wears identification on duty, use of time clock correctly.
• Prepare patients for radiologic procedures. Escort patients to imaging rooms, provide verbal and / or written instructions and assist patients in positioning body parts to be imaged. Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure patient care, safety and comfort during exam.
• Able to respond to patient needs such as providing ambulatory assistance, lift / transfer assistance with appropriate orientation and safety measures.
• Operate radiologic equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes. Take x-rays following established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety.
• Ensure prompt submission of high-quality images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data / history).
• Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to ensure safety of patients and team members.
• Ensure radiologic equipment remains in working order. Report equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
• Perform related administrative duties including completing necessary forms, filing, billing, scheduling, phone courtesy, and insurance verifications.
• Retrieve radiologic orders from and input related data into the electronic medical record.
• Maintain adequate radiologic supplies.
• Willing to cross train in other modalities / certifications; including but not limited to CT, DEXA bone density, and mammography.
• Schedule requires M – F rotating schedule with call-back duties, including night, weekend and holiday call; must be able to respond to a call within 30 minutes.
• Constructively works with patients, physicians, and other departments.
• Consistently completes and maintains assigned duties in a timely manner.
• Attend departmental staff meetings.
• Actively participates in performance improvement, continuous quality improvement, quality assurance and quality control studies.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Director of Imaging or Supervisor.

Competencies :

Position Qualifications :

Minimum Education : Associate’s degree; graduated from an accredited Radiology program with ARRT certification.

Minimum Experience : Prefer 1 – 3 years of experience; knowledge of CT a plus but willing to train new graduates. If no CT experience, will have to work day shifts until fully competent.

Certifications / Licensures :

Working Environment :

Push / Pull :

10-25 pounds : Frequently

25-50 pounds : Frequently

50-100 pounds : Frequently

100+ pounds : Frequently

Lift / Carry :

0-10 pounds : Frequently

10-20 pounds : Frequently

20-50 pounds : Frequently

50-100 pounds : Frequently

100+ pounds : Occasionally

Stand : Frequently

Walk : Frequently

Sit : Frequently

Squat / Kneel : Frequently

Bend : Frequently

Physical Demands :

Professional Requirements : Adheres to policies, procedures, and always maintains confidentiality. Attends monthly meetings and completes annual education in a timely manner. Maintains regulatory requirements, and appropriate certifications. Represents GRMC in a positive, professional manner on the job, electronically and in the community. Complies with all hospital policies regarding ethical business practices; communicates the mission statement & core values of GRMC both on and off the job.