+ Position Summary

+ Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical work in taking radiographs of patients for diagnostic purposes. Radiologic Technologists ensure all actions taken in carrying out responsibilities support patient centered care.

+ Position Responsibilities

+ Unit Specific Position Responsibilities

+ Cleans x ray equipment.

+ Performs related work per orientation and position competency checklists and skills validation.

+ Assists in maintaining and stocking departmental supplies.

+ Assists as assigned in training other department personnel.

+ Assists in instruction of radiology students.

+ Under supervision of a physician, may administer IV contrast material.

+ Responsible for maintaining order and cleanliness in assigned areas.

+ May schedule patients for radiology procedures.

+ Performs other assigned duties.

+ Assures safe, therapeutic environment for patients, families, visitors, and staff.

+ Participates and maintains quality improvement initiatives to promote positive patient outcomes.

+ Assists patient, families, and visitors with various needs and utilizes specific communication tools to enhance customer service.

+ Effectively communicates with patients, staff and physicians.

+ Performs all duties of Radiologic Technologist. (per scope of practice)

+ Prepares patients (neonatal through geriatric) for special radiographic examinations requiring special equipment and procedures including, myelograms, arthrograms, venograms, and interventional radiographic exams.

+ Prepares sterile tray for procedures.

+ Assists radiologists with special diagnostic and interventional radiographic procedures.

+ Determines most suitable anatomical posture and positions patients accordingly; sets x ray equipment and takes x rays for a variety of special and routine examinations.

+ Prepares electronic images for interpretation by radiologist.

+ Performs diagnostic x ray exposures on neonates through geriatric patients in the Radiology Department or other patient areas.

+ Positions the patient according to standard guides or by alternative positions on compromised patients.

+ Performs all standard procedures and may assist in some invasive procedures.

+ Performs portable exams on patients unable to come to the Radiology Department.

+ Responsible for patient’s physical safety.

+ Assists the radiologist with procedures.

+ Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience

+ Required Qualifications (Including any licensure, certification, education):

+ Completion of a 24 month American Medical Association approved course in Radiologic Technology.

+ Possession of certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

+ Possession of current Iowa Permit to Practice.

+ Certified in BLS for Healthcare Providers.

+ Mandatory Reporter training within 90 days of hire and must maintain throughout employment.

+ Organizational Requirements:

+ Maintain stroke education per regulatory requirements.

+ Preferred Qualifications:

+ None Specified

+ Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

+ Ability to perform quality diagnostic radiologic procedures.

+ Ability to position patients.

+ Ability to communicate with patients, staff and physicians.

+ Ability to navigate and/or use an Electronic Health Record (EMR) and PACS system

+ Skill in providing diagnostic x ray services.

+ Knowledge of basic arithmetic, algebra and geometry, and their applications

+ Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

+ Active Listening skills, giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

+ Ability to demonstrate clinical competence and maintain current knowledge in caring for neonate through geriatric patients.

+ Skill in effective oral and written communication in English.

+ Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

+ None Specified