Surgical Radiology Technologist (Sign on Bonus Available)

Job Description

The Surgical Radiology 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 with

the selection of practical applications and technical factors.

Job Relationships

Reports to the Diagnostic Imaging Operations Manager

Principal Responsibilities

* Responsible for coverage in Ambulatory Surgery, Pain Clinic and Diagnostic

Radiology with varying shifts.

* Obtain diagnostic radiographs utilizing proper exposure factors consistent

with ALARA according to protocols established by Clinical Radiologists, SC.

* Ability to operate a C-Arm.

* Knowledge of and experience in CR/DR/DRX image acquisition and manipulation,

including correcting data regarding patient information and image detail in

PACS.

* Knowledgeable of all procedures and protocols in the Surgery department, Pain

Clinic and Radiology department.

* Responsible when using Springfield Clinic computers and telephone as needed

for patient care.

* Proficient use of multiple computer systems relating to job.

* Provide orientation/training to new technologists.

* 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 a JRCERT approved school of Radiology, and provide proof

of current active certification with the ARRT.

• Licenses/Certificates
• Must maintain current active registration with the ARRT (American Registry of
• Radiologic Technologists) in Radiography.
• Must maintain current active licensure in Radiology with IEMA (Illinois
• Emergency Management Agency-Division of Nuclear Safety).
• CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30

days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Must maintain professional behavior.

* Must have the ability to work flexible hours based on department needs.

* Must have the ability to control emotions and maintain composure under

stress, using tact and good judgment and adjust to various personalities and

situations.

* Able to work with arms above head.

* Able to wear lead apron for long periods of time.

* Able to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.

* Able to move mobile surgical x-ray equipment to various areas in the

facility.

* Ability to perform occasional heavy lifting, i. e. transferring patients to

x-ray tables.

* Able to assist patient to and from carts and tables.

* Possess manual dexterity to use keyboard and handle equipment and appliances.

* Capable of pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, lifting and twisting.

Working Environment

Will be exposed to conditions including exposure to blood and body fluids,

tissue, contagious diseases and/or potentially hazardous materials.

PHI/Privacy Level

HIPAA2