RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST

* Position Summary * Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical work in taking radiographs of patients for diagnostic purposes.

Radiologic Technologists ensure all actions taken in carrying out responsibilities support patient centered care.

* Position Responsibilities * Unit Specific Position Responsibilities * Cleans x ray equipment.

* Performs related work per orientation and position competency checklists and skills validation.

* Assists in maintaining and stocking departmental supplies.

* Assists as assigned in training other department personnel.

* Assists in instruction of radiology students.

* Under supervision of a physician, may administer IV contrast material.

* Responsible for maintaining order and cleanliness in assigned areas.

* May schedule patients for radiology procedures.

* Performs other assigned duties.

* Assures safe, therapeutic environment for patients, families, visitors, and staff.

* Participates and maintains quality improvement initiatives to promote positive patient outcomes.

* Assists patient, families, and visitors with various needs and utilizes specific communication tools to enhance customer service.

* Effectively communicates with patients, staff and physicians.

* Performs all duties of Radiologic Technologist.

(per scope of practice) * Prepares patients (neonatal through geriatric) for special radiographic examinations requiring special equipment and procedures including, myelograms, arthrograms, venograms, and interventional radiographic exams.

* Prepares sterile tray for procedures.

* Assists radiologists with special diagnostic and interventional radiographic procedures.

* Determines most suitable anatomical posture and positions patients accordingly; sets x ray equipment and takes x rays for a variety of special and routine examinations.

* Prepares electronic images for interpretation by radiologist.

* Performs diagnostic x ray exposures on neonates through geriatric patients in the Radiology Department or other patient areas.

* Positions the patient according to standard guides or by alternative positions on compromised patients.

* Performs all standard procedures and may assist in some invasive procedures.

* Performs portable exams on patients unable to come to the Radiology Department.

* Responsible for patient's physical safety.

* Assists the radiologist with procedures.

* Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience * Required Qualifications (Including any licensure, certification, education): * Completion of a 24 month American Medical Association approved course in Radiologic Technology.

* Possession of certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

* Possession of current Iowa Permit to Practice.

* Certified in BLS for Healthcare Providers.

* Mandatory Reporter training within 90 days of hire and must maintain throughout employment.

* Organizational Requirements: * Maintain stroke education per regulatory requirements.

* Preferred Qualifications: * None Specified * Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience: * Ability to perform quality diagnostic radiologic procedures.

* Ability to position patients.

* Ability to communicate with patients, staff and physicians.

* Ability to navigate and/or use an Electronic Health Record (EMR) and PACS system * Skill in providing diagnostic x ray services.

* Knowledge of basic arithmetic, algebra and geometry, and their applications * Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

* Active Listening skills, giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

* Ability to demonstrate clinical competence and maintain current knowledge in caring for neonate through geriatric patients.

* Skill in effective oral and written communication in English.

* Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Experience: * None Specified