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Provides diagnostic quality radiologic imaging under the direction of a Physician while maintaining proper radiation protection standards . Follows the guidelines for radiation safety while imaging gently. Delivers a high level of patient care and customer service to promote patient satisfaction.

Job Duties

• Produces images of diagnostic quality, processes, and prepares images for interpretation by the radiologist.
• Provides radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards. Uses appropriate exposure factors, collimation, and proper distance with documentation. Assumes responsibility and accountability for his/her own safety and the safety of others.
• Ensures appropriate exam is ordered for number of images provided and attached to the correct patient folder.
• Confirms levels of supplies and equipment to meet requirements for patient care and/or specific departments.
• Documents LMP, fluoro time, radiologist, number of images, appropriate history and all other required documentation.
• Ensures coordination of daily work duties within the team and coordinates timing of exams.
• Ensures images have crossed into PACS before study is complete.
• Confirms physician orders are complete and includes signature, ordered study, reason for test (diagnosis/CPT codes) and obtains missing information prior to treatment.
• Reports equipment malfunction and the need for adjustment and/or repairs.
• Assists in the education and training of new employees, students, and other ancillary personnel.
• Assumes responsibility for cleanliness and sanitation of the immediate work area and maintains orderliness.

• Technical School Diploma Graduate of accredited Radiography program or equivalent
• Less than 1 year Completion of Radiologic program
• Ability to deal effectively and ethically with medical and confidential information relating to patients, family, and physicians.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Understanding of how to effectively and safely use radiation producing equipment.
• Knowledge of medical technology and terminology.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania
• RT - Registered Technologist Radiology - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

• Associate’s Degree Graduate of Health Science Program

Lift over 50 lbs. Push/pull up to 140 lbs. Carry 80 lbs. short distances. Frequent standing/walking, squatting, kneeling, crawling, climbing and reaching overhead.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

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