Radiologic Technologist Job at South Shore Health (Weymouth)

Job Description

Under the direction of the Department Manager, performs interpretive, patient care and technical functions to insure proper radiologic diagnosis of patients.

Job Responsibility

Under the direction of the Department Manager, performs interpretive, patient care and technical functions to insure proper radiologic diagnosis of patients
Patient Care: Confirm patient’s identity
Evaluate patient’s ability to understand and comply with requirements for the requested examination
Explain and confirm patient’s preparation prior to radiographic/fluoroscopic examinations
Examine radiographic requisition to verify accuracy and completeness of information
Sequence imaging procedures to avoid residual contrast material affecting future exams
Responsible for medical equipment attached to patients during the radiographic procedures
Provide for patient safety, comfort, and modesty
Communicate scheduling delays to waiting patients
Verify or obtain patient consent as necessary
Explain procedure instructions to patient or patient’s family
Practice standard precautions
Follow appropriate procedures when in contact with patient in isolation
Select immobilization devices, when indicated, to prevent patient’s movement and/or ensure patients safety
Use proper body mechanics and/or mechanical transfer devices when assisting patient
Prior to administration of contrast agent, gather information to determine appropriate dosage, and to determine if patient is at increased risk of adverse reaction
Confirm type of contrast media and prepare for administration
Use sterile or aseptic technique and prepare for administration
Observe patient after administration of contrast media to detect adverse reactions
Recognize need for prompt medical attention and administer emergency care
Explain post-procedural instructions to patient or patient’s family
Maintain confidentiality of patient’s information
Document required information on patient’s medical record
Quality assures exams performed to capture the technical and room time
Performs work of equal skill, effort and responsibility as directed and may perform work of a higher level in preparation for increase responsibility
Radiation Protection: Clean, disinfect or sterilize facilities and equipment, and dispose of contaminated items in preparation for next examination
Evaluate the need for and use of protective shielding
Take appropriate precautions to minimize radiation exposure to patient
Question female patient of child-bearing age about possible pregnancy and take appropriate action
Restrict beam to limit exposure area, improve image quality, and reduce radiation dose
Set kVp, mA and time or automatic exposure system to achieve optimum image quality, safe operating conditions, and minimum radiation dose
Prevent all unnecessary persons from remaining in area during x-ray exposure
Take appropriate precautions to minimize occupation radiation exposure
Wear a personnel monitoring device while on duty
Evaluate individual occupational exposure reports to determine if values for the reporting period are within established limits
Equipment Operation: Prepare and operate radiographic unit and accessories
Prepare and operate fluoroscopy unit and accessories
Prepare and operate digital imaging devices
Image Production: Remove all radiopaque materials from patient or table that could interfere with the radiographic image
Select equipment and accessories for the examination requested
Use radiopaque markers to indicate anatomical side, position or other relevant information
Explain breathing instructions prior to making the exposure
Position patient to demonstrate the desired anatomy using body landmarks
Determine appropriate exposure factors using calipers and technique charts
Modify exposure factors for circumstances such as involuntary motion, casts and splints, pathological conditions, or patient’s inability to cooperate
Process exposed image
Reload cassettes and magazines by selecting film of proper size and type
Prepare digital/computed image receptor for exposure
Verify accuracy of patient identification on radiograph
Evaluate radiographs for diagnostic quality
Determine corrective measures if radiograph is not of diagnostic quality and take appropriate action
Store and handle film/cassette in a manner which will reduce the possibility of artifact production
Equipment Maintenance: Recognize and report malfunctions in the radiographic or fluoroscopic unit and accessories
Perform basic evaluations of radiographic equipment and accessories
Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment: Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done
Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications
Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal readback to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order
Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing
Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites
Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times
Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines
Adheres to universal precautions
Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials
Adheres to electrical safety guidelines

Requirements

Graduate of an approved two-year program
Six (6) months to be fully proficient
RT- Radiography Technology (MA state license) or RT Temp - Radiography Technology Temporary (MA state license)
Employees must produce their CEU records to their manager prior to start date and on an ongoing basis thereafter
Technologists in this position are responsible to maintain CEU activity on-site for a period of two years longer than the technologist’s last licensure renewal date

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