Pediatric Radiologic Technologist

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Performs imaging / therapeutic services and associated patient care with support
of the Radiology Department mission to provide diagnostic information for the
subsequent treatment of patients at WVU Medicine.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Certification, and/or Licensure

1. Graduate of a Medical Imaging Program.  

2. Must possess current Radiography License as required by state board where
services will be provided:  

MD:  Radiographer License through Maryland Board of Physicians 

OH:  Radiographer License through Ohio Department of Health 

PA:  No state licensure required 

WV: Radiography License through West Virginia Medical Imaging and Radiation
Therapy Technology Board 

3. Must be Nationally certified as defined by location where services will be
provided:   

MD:  Registered Radiography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists (ARRT) upon hire 

OH:  Registered Radiography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists (ARRT) upon hire 

PA:  Registered Radiography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists (ARRT) within Six (6) months of graduation from Medical Imaging
program. 

WV:  Registered Radiography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists (ARRT) upon hire

4. Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire. 

5. State criminal background check and Federal (if applicable), as required for
regulated areas. 

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to
describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this
position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of
all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Rotates in all Diagnostic areas for development of technical skills. (Fluoro,
Mobiles, Routine, Operating Room, Endoscopy, Orthopedics).
2. Performs image procedures based on assessment of the status of the patient,
request of the service, and imaging protocols. Monitored by periodic image
evaluations and supervision.
3. Produces images of optimal quality by using imaging equipment and systems in
the provision of image delivery and archiving.
4. Select exposure factors based on patient’s size, condition, and pathology
resulting in optimal image quality, utilizing minimal radiation exposure.
5. Minimizes radiation exposure to self, patients and other staff by the use of
shielding, collimation, application of the inverse square law, and minimizing
repeat exposures.
6. Maintains an expertise in anatomy, physiology, and pathology relative to
imaging in order to optimize the procedure and ensure patient care / safety.
7. Assesses patient’s needs and provides imaging related to comfort, hygiene,
range of motion, and provides support accordingly.
8. Prepares contrast agents, specific pharmaceuticals, and sterile trays; which
are utilized for the imaging procedure according to procedural guidelines and
protocols.
9. Educates patients regarding radiographic procedures by explaining the
procedure and answering questions accordingly.
10. Promotes the team approach to providing Radiology services by positively
interacting with the technical, support, nursing, and medical staff.
11. Engages in problem solving, crisis management, systems implementation, and
performance improvements throughout the hospital to promote and support
efficient, high quality, and cost effective patient care.
12. Displays imaging techniques, patient care, and guest relation behaviors in
accordance with the ARRT Code of Ethics, WVUH Administrative Policies and
Procedures, Radiology Department Policies and Procedures, State and Federal
Regulation, and The Joint Commission guidelines.
13. Reports equipment failures immediately upon identification.
14. Completes all in-services and competencies by the required date and applies
knowledge gained.
15. Position patients accurately in accordance with established protocols.
16. Participates in coordination of daily work flow.
17. Minimal instruction of radiology students in the clinical setting with
regard to patient positioning, technique selection, manipulation of equipment
and the use of accessory devices to obtain Radiographic images. Provides
clinical supervision and instruction within the policies of the Radiology
program and its respective accrediting bodies.
18. Ensures that all vital components of the imaging process are completed in
their entirety.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of
those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Differentiate various shades of gray and color as depicted on a monitor or
photograph.
2. Stand and walk for prolonged periods.
3. Lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds of weight.
4. Carry items of up to 20 pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Exposure to minimal radiation within the national standards of occupational
guidelines. Monitored by Radiation Safety and use of dosimeter.
2. Exposure to airborne particles and bodily fluids.
3. Operation of imaging equipment with automated moving parts.

Skills and Abilities

1. Ability to interact positively with patients, families, and members of the
Health Care Team.
2. Ability to prioritize and deal with a variety of situations simultaneously.
3. Ability to improvise with altered positioning techniques, manipulation of the
equipment, and accessory devices when routine positioning is compromised due to
patient’s condition, age, or ability.

The Radiology Technologist Clinical Ladder is a system-wide clinical advancement
program to enhance professional development, provide a reward system for quality
clinical performance, promote quality imaging care, and improve job satisfaction
for respiratory therapists.

To apply for the next level, the Radiology Technologist must meet the
requirements of their current level. They must also meet the required years of
experience, degree, and certification to apply for the next level.

Level 1

·       No experience required.

·       All Radiology Technologists with less than 12 months of experience enter
at Level one.

Level 2

·       Meets requirements for previous level.

·       One year of experience.

·       Complete competency of Skill Set Tech 1, plus additional skill sets.

Level 3

·       Meets requirements for previous levels.

·       One continuing education pathway.

·       Three years of experience.  

·       Compliant in 3 leadership/supervisory skills.

·       Complete competency of Skill Set Tech 1 and 2, plus 3 additional skill
sets.

Level 4

·       Meets requirements for previous levels.

·       One continuing education pathway.

·       Five years of experience.  

·       Compliant in 5 leadership/supervisory skills.

·       Complete competency of Skill Set Tech 1, 2, and 3 plus 3 additional
skill sets.

Additional Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Shift

Exempt/Non-Exempt

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals

Cost Center

4151 WVUH CH Pediatrics Radiology Diagnostic

Address

1 Medical Center Drive

Morgantown

West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively
"WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable
federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly
prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or
any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national
origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual
orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability,
citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services,
genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable
federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and
representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This
policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not
limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and
termination of employment.