Job Description
Job Details
- At the direction of a radiologist or other providers, prepares patients and performs radiographic procedures in diagnostic radiology and operates imaging equipment.
- Performs diagnostic studies according to specific guidelines and prescribed protocols while utilizing appropriate radiation protection measures.
- Adheres to organizational customer service standards and supports the organizational excellence initiatives.
- Provides positive and effective interaction and communication with patients, visitors, and staff.
- Performs ancillary services and assists in patient care areas as necessary.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Performs radiologic/fluoroscopic procedures accurately and efficiently with the least amount of discomfort to the patient.
- Explains exam to patient and interviews patient to obtain personal medical history, documenting this information into RIS.
- Provides clear explanation and instruction to patient and assists patient throughout exam.
- Thanks patient at conclusion of exam and provides radiation protection to self and patients in accordance with ALARA and follows other prescribed safety standards (OSHA, PPE, hand washing etc.).
- Appropriately positions patient and selects technical factors to produce images of maximum diagnostic quality, with minimal repeats.
- Ensures correct image identification, including placement of ID markers and proper annotation.
- Reviews each study for technical accuracy.
- Works in partnership with other staff to ensure appropriate scheduling and throughput of exams.
- Assists in transporting of patients, as needed.
- Communicates and collaborates with radiologists and ordering providers during exams and for guidance on protocols and order clarification.
- Approves images, matches orders to images and archives to PACS.
- Performs PACS reconciliations accurately and completely in a timely manner.
- Documents fluoro time and estimated skin exposure for fluoro studies.
- Demonstrates proficiency of EPIC and follows EPIC workflow from order entry/verification to end exam including notes, medication documentation and supply charges where applicable, in a comprehensive and timely manner.
- Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling reassignment and shift rotations to support departmental needs (including weekend, call and holiday rotations as applicable).
- Proactively looks for additional opportunities throughout the department to increase efficiency and provide a more cohesive work environment.
- Routinely offers assistance to others, including but not limited to, preparing exam room for next patient, stocking supplies and linens and maintaining a clean staff work area.
- Provides a positive teaching and learning environment for staff, students/interns, providers and visitors.
- Acts as a mentor and role model and assists in onboarding of new employees.
- Observes malfunctioning equipment and follows proper procedure to report equipment issues.
Job Requirements
- One year of current clinical experience in diagnostic radiology is preferred.
- Clinical student experience may be considered in lieu of one year of current clinical experience.
- Self-motivated; ability to organize and prioritize well; ability to remain flexible and to reorganize priorities when emergencies arise.
Schedule Information
- Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling reassignment and shift rotations to support departmental needs (including weekend, call and holiday rotations as applicable).
Additional Details
- One year of current clinical experience in diagnostic radiology is preferred.
- Clinical student experience may be considered in lieu of one year of current clinical experience.
- Self-motivated; ability to organize and prioritize well; ability to remain flexible and to reorganize priorities when emergencies arise.
Job Tags
Holiday work, Flexible hours, Shift work,