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Radiologic exams are performed safely, accurately, appropriately, and in a timely manner. Patients’ physical and emotional needs are met compassionately and competently. Patient privacy is protected. An accurate, complete record is produced for each exam.Job Description:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
1. Performs all aspects of diagnostic radiology including trauma, orthopedic, fluoroscopy, G.U. contrast exams, and operative and portable exams.
a. Able to operate imaging equipment and other devices as appropriate.
b. Positions patients to obtain anatomic information.
c. Calculates exposure factors and collimates correctly to reduce radiation exposure to patients. Practices radiation protection for patients and personnel.
d. Evaluates images for technical quality and use sound judgment to take additional images to better demonstrate pathology.
e. Evaluates orders for appropriate history and clinical information and seek guidance on the correct exam if questionable.
f. Reports all equipment malfunctions and hazards to the appropriate supervisor.
2. Interacts professionally and courteously with patients, co-workers, and medical staff. Assists in training of student radiographers.
3. Utilizes time productively and appropriately with respect to patient flow, room use, stocking of supplies, and clerical duties to increase department efficiency.
a. Ensures that patient wait times are minimized.
b. Spends more than 90% of working time on productive tasks without supervisory prompting.
4. Follows Universal Precaution guidelines with each patient.
a. Attends yearly "Blood-borne pathogens/OSHA" in service.
b. Practices aseptic technique when necessary.
5. Produces an accurate RIS and PACS record of each exam.
a. Completes all Meditech entries and edits orders to reflect the correct exam.
b. Uses appropriate markers.
c. Sends complete record to PACS on correct accession number.
6. Pursues continuing education by attending department and hospital-wide programs, regional seminars, and/or college courses.
a. Meets ARRT standards.
b. Meets Massachusetts State licensing standards.
7. Willingly performs any task for which the employee is competent.
Minimum Qualifications:
Physical Requirements & Environment:
Pay Range:
$36.00 - $53.49The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.