Radiologic Technologist

The Radiologic Technologist is responsible for performing radiographic procedures by the application of ionizing radiation to produce radiographic images under a variety of conditions and assisting physicians as required in the selection of practical applications and technical factors.

Job Relationships

Reports to the Diagnostic Imaging Operations Manager

Principal Responsibilities

• Obtain a complete history on patients including obtaining previous related exams that will help evaluate the current exam.
• Produce quality radiographs.
• Select proper technical factors for each individual patient, according to established protocols.
• Provide proper shielding in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards.
• Operate equipment as directed.
• Be knowledgeable with all procedures and protocols within the Radiology Department.
• Process films using an automatic processor at the MOHA location.
• Assist with the selection of technical factors using ALARA principles.
• Possess knowledge of CR/DR/DRX image acquisition and manipulation, including correcting data regarding patient information and image detail in PACS.
• Maintain orderliness, cleanliness and cooperates with all personnel in the proper conduct of the department.
• Assemble films/images for interpretation by radiologists.
• Assist patients in transport within Radiology and throughout the Springfield Clinic campus.
• Will be responsible when using Springfield Clinic computers and telephones as needed for patient care.
• Knowledge of computer systems: RIS (to include, but not limited to scheduling/rescheduling/replacing exams, completing exams, patient history, enter comments, enter "stop" payments and print features), EHR, PACS, Employee Benefit system, Radiology home page.
• May assist in the use of a variety of equipment and procedures.
• Knowledge of sterile procedure and of sterilization procedure for sterile supplies.
• Knowledge of general scheduler duties.
• Knowledge of Prompt Care workflow.
• Knowledge of workflow to obtain reports on images.
• Put away incoming supplies and inform Supervisor of supplies needed.
• Clean CR cassettes on a regular basis.
• Check for outdates on a regular basis.
• Report any equipment failures to Supervisor and have general knowledge to troubleshoot equipment for problems and call for service if necessary.
• Submit proper forms to request for paid time off and enter time off in payroll tracking system.
• Provide orientation/training of new technologists and other Radiology staff.
• Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
• Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
• Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

Must be a graduate of an accredited school.

Licenses/Certificates

• Must maintain current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography.
• May have temporary accreditation status in Radiography with the Illinois Emergency Management Agency, Division of Nuclear Safety.
• CPR per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Must maintain professional behavior.
• Must be able to adjust to various personalities.
• Must have the ability to control emotions and maintain composure under stress, using tact and good judgment.
• Must possess manual dexterity to use keyboard and handle equipment and appliances.

Must have the ability to perform occasional heavy lifting, i. e. transferring patients to x-ray tables.

• Must be capable of pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, lifting and twisting.
• Must be able with help to lift patient from cart to table.
• Must be able to work with arms above head.
• Must be able to wear lead apron for long periods of time.
• Must be able to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to assist patient to and from the table.

Working Environment

Will be exposed to fumes from cleaning agents or x-ray film processor chemicals, in limited areas.

Will be exposed to conditions including exposure to blood and body fluids, tissue, contagious diseases and/or potentially hazardous materials.

PHI/Privacy Level

HIPAA2