Radiographer

Amtex Systems Inc is an information technology and talent solutions company offering talent and BI consulting to the companies in US for over 20 years.

Our solutions are designed to fill resource gaps, by providing the right candidates who deliver value to the organization. Our propensity to nurture and build strong relationships with our clients helps us better understand their business demands and gives us the ability to provide services that are on time and rise above the rest.

Duties:     

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Radiology Manager and Diagnostic Team Leader, performs a variety of diagnostic Procedures with technical expertise and competency. Understand the daily operations of all radiographic equipment and departmental flow in order to obtain optimal imaging and patient care for diagnosis and measure of disease.

Job Responsibilities

Performs and assists in various general diagnostic procedures that produce optimal imaging with diagnostic quality according to the department’s policy and procedures on a daily basis.

• Follows standards for routine diagnostic exams, positioning, patient care and documentation as prescribed in the procedure manual set forth by the imaging department.
• Provide optimal diagnostic imaging and radiation safety for the purpose of diagnostic interpretation
• Selects the appropriate technical factors, safety devices, and operates all imaging equipment as directed
• Orient and train all Radiology students, new employees,
• Maintains constant attention to patient assigned to the technologist
  
  

Identifies Processes Transfers and Archives all patient exams. Maintains all records in accordance with Hospital and Regulatory policy.

• Responsible for proper identification on all exam records and images including patient demographics
• Maintains all HIPAA regulations and policies regarding patient info
• Maintains appropriate records of patient examinations
• Maintains the integrity and security of the Radiology Information System and all other hospital computer systems
  
  

Adheres to federal and state radiation safety guidelines and regulations regarding patient and operator protection, collimation, and shielding.

• Ensures dosimeter badge is worn while he/she is working in the imaging department.
• Document and record the (DAP) Dose Area Product
• Provide radiation protection in accordance with all safety standards and the principle of ALARA to ensure the well being of patients, hospital personnel, and the general public and while performing any duties
  
  

Conducts self in a professional manner.

• Refers to the Diagnostic Team Leader for any unresolved problems relating to staffing, morale, work methods, discipline and other activities
• Promotes professionalism, continuing education and staff development
• Participates in the formal in-service program governed by the Radiology Department
• Subject to covering call for holidays.
  
  

Responsible for maintaining the continuing education required for this position

• Complete all hospital and Radiology Department mandatory education are required annually.
• Obtains 12 CE credits/year for ARRT Compliance, and 6 CE Credits of which are offered through CHOP Radiology Initiatives.
• Completes training and in-services presentations required for the Diagnostic Department
  
  

Skills:     

Intermediate knowledge of all forms of diagnostic imaging

Intermediate knowledge of specific/cross trained area

Intermediate knowledge of Radiology Information System

Able to handle multiple tasks

Good organizational skills

Good phone etiquette and communication skills

Promotes Family Centered Care Philosophy

Age Specific Considerations

Responsible for maintaining the continuing education required for this position

Complete all hospital and Radiology Department mandatory education are required annually.

Obtains 12 CE credits/year for ARRT Compliance, and 6 CE Credits of which are offered through CHOP Radiology Initiatives.

Completes training and in-services presentations required for the Radiology Department.

Education:  

Education Requirements

Required: High School Diploma / GED

Required: Technical Diploma from a Radiology Program

Certification Requirements

Required: Radiology Technologist (RT) from the American Registry for Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) issued through an organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross) within 12 months of the start date

Experience Requirements

At least three years experience required

Pediatric Experience Is Preferred

Level 4 worker