- Uses radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.
- Reviews and evaluates developed x-rays or computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes based on As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) guidelines
- Positions imaging equipment and adjusts controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
- Using the AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank you) process explains procedures and observes patients to ensure safety and comfort during exams.
- Follows department specific standard work and departmental policies.
- Places required information in and evaluates images on the Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) for technical quality.
- Positions imaging equipment and adjusts controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
Serves as a resource to and collaborates with staff, patients, physicians, and the organization.
- Practices aseptic techniques and good infection control procedures consistent with hospital policy.
- Secures and returns supplies and maintains orderliness and cleanliness of the work areas between each patient.
- Maintains patient records by inputting patient examination information into the Radiology Information System (RIS) and documenting changes made to examination.
- Assesses quality of radiographs and ensures imaging outcome assessment meets departmental standards. Metrics include collimation, positioning, exposure index, marker placement, artifacts, SID, and film adequacy.
- Provides care appropriate to the age, spiritual, and cultural needs of the patient served.
- This position administers non-radioactive contrast.
- Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing images for interpretation.
- Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics.
- The caregiver must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Uses radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.
- Reviews and evaluates developed x-rays or computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes based on As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) guidelines
- Positions imaging equipment and adjusts controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
- Using the AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank you) process explains procedures and observes patients to ensure safety and comfort during exams.
- Follows department specific standard work and departmental policies.
- Places required information in and evaluates images on the Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) for technical quality.
- Positions imaging equipment and adjusts controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
Serves as a resource to and collaborates with staff, patients, physicians, and the organization.
- Practices aseptic techniques and good infection control procedures consistent with hospital policy.
- Secures and returns supplies and maintains orderliness and cleanliness of the work areas between each patient.
- Maintains patient records by inputting patient examination information into the Radiology Information System (RIS) and documenting changes made to examination.
- Assesses quality of radiographs and ensures imaging outcome assessment meets departmental standards. Metrics include collimation, positioning, exposure index, marker placement, artifacts, SID, and film adequacy.
- Provides care appropriate to the age, spiritual, and cultural needs of the patient served.
- This position administers non-radioactive contrast.
- Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing images for interpretation.
- Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics.
- The caregiver must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Education : Completion of a 2-year degree program in Radiologic Technology.
Preferred Education : None
Required Experience : All new hires will enter the Career Path at this level except Supervisor roles. After 1 year in position will be eligible to advance if competency requirements are met.
Preferred Experience : None
Required Certifications and Licensures : Certified as a CT Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(CT) within 2-years of hire.
BLS within 6 months of hire
Preferred Certification and Licensures" : Certified as a CT Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(CT).
State licensure may be required depending on the practicing site.