Radiologic Technologist II - Sign On Bonus Eligible

The Radiologic Technologist II 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 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 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.

* Responsible for coverage in Ambulatory Surgery, Pain Clinic (if working in

ASC/Pain Clinic) and Diagnostic Radiology with varying shifts.

* Obtain diagnostic radiographs utilizing proper exposure factors consistent

with ALARA according to protocols established by Springfield Clinic

Radiologists, SC.

* Ability to operate a C-Arm if working in ASC/Pain Clinic.

* Knowledge of and experience in 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.

* 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 approved A. C. R. school or must be a graduate of a

JRCERT approved school of Radiology, and provide proof of current active

certification with the ARRT

* Must work in a specialty location (i. e. ASC, Ortho, Urgent Care etc.) at

least 80% of the time and/or take part in the departmental weekend and

holiday rotation.

* Or working as a Float, defined by the Imaging Operations Manager.

Licenses/Certificates

* Must maintain current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic

Technologists in Radiography.

* May have temporary accreditation 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