Radiologic Technologist II (34 Hours/Week) Sign On Bonus!!!

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