·Produces high quality diagnostic radiographs be selecting and operating appropriate radiographic equipment.

·Evaluates images for technical quality, assuring proper identification and procedure is recorded.

•  Practices aseptic techniques as necessary, understands methods of venipuncture and other sterile techniques, in agreement with state statutes and /or where institutional policy permits, prepares, identifies and/or administers contract media as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
  
  

·Assures room is ready: equipment is operable; solutions, gloves, catheters, etc. are in place before patient enters room

·Practices universal medical precautions

·Keeps patient schedule and attempts to accommodate emergency and add-on patients when requested

·Greets patients with courtesy and respect; introduces self; describes procedures, puts patients at ease

·Checks patient histories – has patient sign waiver if necessary

·Respects rights of family members that are accompanying the patient

·Releases patient with proper follow-up information

·Keeps patient information confidential

·Handles delicate situations (fetal demise, cancerous pathology, etc.) in a supportive and empathetic manner (“good bedside manner”)

·Responds to requests and questions

·Handles upset or irate individuals and informs supervisor of difficult situations

·Remains aware of appointment delays and changes to schedules.Communicates to the appropriate person(s)

·Checks referral for appropriate study.Calls referring physician when in doubt

·Possesses knowledge on correct and appropriate studies to perform for the patient’s diagnosis

·Understands anatomy so as to direct the beam (or appropriate imaging source) in the most effective manner

·Monitors patient’s well being during scan; recognizes patient discomfort or medical problems and takes appropriate action

·Completes required exams, including extra views

·Sends studies to reading stations for radiologist review, if applicable

·Archives studies to PACS/DICOM system, if applicable.

·Complies with all issues related to Safety and Quality

·Performs duties in applicable modalities as needed by center

·Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively

·Maintains safe environment

·Addresses patient population-specific needs (clinical)

• Participates in Performance Improvement Activities
  
  

Shift: FT Float (Mon - Fri)
Hours: 8 am to 5 pm