Radiology Technologist

Job description

Job Description

Job DescriptionPosition Summary:

The position is on an as needed basis and based in the Salisbury location (Woodbrooke); however, due to staff shortages, vacations, ETC., travel is required for Maryland and Delaware locations as needed. The primary role of Radiology Technologists (also called an x-ray technologist or radiographer) is to operate medical imaging equipment to obtain high-quality diagnostic x-ray images.

Position Responsibility:

Supports TidalHealth Peninsula Orthopaedic Institute’s vision, mission and values. Follows all policies and procedures

Maintains confidentiality for any and all information, including Protected Health Information (PHI), accessible while performing job duties

Maintains compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, IT Policy, patient safety standards and all other POA requirements

Prepares patients for radiographic procedures

Proficient in operating DR, DDR (as applicable) and CR Radiographic systems to produce accurate, high-quality diagnostic X-Ray images

Escorts ambulatory and non-ambulatory patients to their exam rooms

Maintains a thorough understanding of provider X-Ray protocol and accommodates special imaging requests

Supports organizational policies and procedures and initiatives related to the Radiology Department

Maintains professional and technical knowledge

Answers interdepartmental and patient phone calls

Communicates clearly and professionally with patients, clinic staff, management and students to support quality patient care

Imports/ exports patient images. Request retrieval of images from other facilities

Adapts to staffing needs by working in satellite offices and supporting other departments as needed

Implements established THPOI fundamentals in performing job duties effectively and accurately

Participates in continuing education and other learning experiences

Other duties assigned by management

Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology

ARRT (American Registry of Radiology Technologists)

Minimum of one year of Radiology Technology experience or completion of clinical student rotation

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Previous Orthopaedic experience preferred

Physical Demands:

Must be able to sit, stand, bend, walk, talk, reach and lift up to 50lbs

Customer Service Orientation:

Demonstrates professionalism, courtesy and a helpful attitude towards patients

Proactively provides material and information to support patient care and workflow

Is responsive to patients

Collaborates with team members and other staff as needed to assist patients

Is approachable by all staff

Team Orientate:

Establishes and maintains positive, professional working relationships 

Proactively and directly resolve conflict situations demonstrating courage and professionalism

“Think Team First” Mentality 

Actively supports team needs by assisting other departments

Is constructive not destructive

Initiative and Problem Solving:

Volunteers for new projects or department initiatives

Undertakes self-development activities

Seeks increased/ different responsibilities 

Generates innovative solutions for improving work

Implements solutions to solve problems

Takes initiative to act after training and applies learned skills without ongoing direction

Recognizes when support is needed and appropriately seeks assistance

Is self-motivating, self-aware and self-disciplined

Takes ownership, is accountable

Job and Work Knowledge:

Shows competence in required job skills and knowledge

Requires minimal supervision

Exhibits the ability to learn and apply new skills

Follows all job-related protocols 

Essential Job Functions:

Provides compassionate, patient-centered care

Consistently obtains high-quality x-ray images

Contributes to all aspects of the imaging process: order verification, body part identification, console operations, provider protocol knowledge, efficient positioning instructions etc.

Patient Safety: locking wheelchairs, patient transfers, etc.

Demonstrates proficiency in Epic by verifying imaging orders, updating exam status, utilizing media manager, routing documents, and searching for patient related information etc.

Burns, imports, and manages imaging CDs per company policy

Utilizes universal precautions

Adheres to confidentiality policies 

Demonstrates a thorough understanding of department workflow and electronic image retrieval processes

Promotes a supportive and welcoming learning environment for students by mentoring during exams, completing competencies and daily evaluations, etc.

Technology Utilization: Epic, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, POA Intranet, PACS, various imaging sharing platforms

Communication:

Is honest, straight forward and communicates with people professionally and directly

Communicates clearly, honestly and directly with radiology technologists, providers, management and clinic staff

Efficiently communicates patient positioning instructions

Informs team of changes in patient status, workflow delays or scheduling changes as needed

Clearly and effectively expresses ideas both verbally and in written

Selects and uses appropriate communication methods based on the situation and the audience

Quality:

Get things done – thoroughly and accurately

Seeks opportunities to improve processes/ quality 

Demonstrates mature and professional judgement

Consistently produces diagnostic-quality images that meet clinical standards

Applies feedback to improve performance

Is respected, trusted, positive and passionate about their work

Planning and Organization:

Prioritizes tasks to maintain productivity 

Uses time efficiently and seeks improved methods to complete existing duties

Appropriately utilizes downtime to support Epic work queues

Adapts to and integrates change in workflow or process smoothly with minimal disruption

Works in an organized manner, maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

Worksite address

salisbury, MD, 21801, US

Who can apply

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