Radiology Technologist - ORTHO SURG(outpatient)

Radiologic Technologist - Orthopedics

Work Hours : Monday - Friday (8:00am - 5:00pm)

no nights, weekends and holidays

MAIN FUNCTION: Under remote supervision, performs radiographic procedures as ordered by the physician to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Reports to Assistant Director of Radiology.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

** 1. Produces radiographs according to established SOP's:

• Positions and transfers patients.

• Provides immobilization devices as required.

• Selects and operates equipment as directed.

• Provides adequate radiation protection by shielding of patients and selection of proper exposure techniques.

• Properly identifies images with patient information and position markers.

** 2. Is responsible for daily restocking of procedure rooms with appropriate supplies and linen levels.

** 3. Performs daily cleaning of radiographic equipment and accessories.

** 4. Reports equipment that is damaged, non-functioning, or in need of repair the immediate supervisor.

1. Maintains compliance with HAZMET and Fire manuals. Notifies supervisor of any non-compliance issues.

2. Adheres to the Arnot Health Administrative Policy manual and to the HHMOB Policy and Procedure manual.

**7. Always wears ID badge and radiation badge, and practices good radiation safety techniques by adhering to the ALARA policy.

1. Maintains a professional appearance and attitude, and demonstrates compliance with Arnot Health dress code.

2. Assists as needed in all areas of the HHMOB Imaging Department whenever not performing radiologic technologist duties.

**10. Maintains a current NYS license.

**11. Administrative responsibilities:

• Maintains adequate records as directed.

• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness.

• Cooperates with all personnel in the proper conduct of the department.

• Rotates between clinical procedure rooms and other Arnot Health radiology areas.

• Maintains ethical relationships.

• Provides age appropriate care to neonate, infant, children, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

• Is responsible for attending all annual mandatory educational programs as required by position.

• Employee understands and demonstrates the importance of satisfying the needs of the customer/patient by interacting with him/her in a friendly and caring way, being attentive to the customer's needs, both psychologically and physically, and by taking the initiative to maintain communication with the customer in order to provide a secure and pleasant experience with the Arnot Health.

• It is understood that this job description lists typical duties for the classification and is not to be considered inclusive of all duties, which may be assigned.

EDUCATION: Current NYS Radiologic Technologist License. ARRT Certification.

EXPERIENCE: 2 years.

CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) REQUIREMENTS: Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire date.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work requires walking, standing often in excess of 90% of the time. Work requires bending, stooping, reaching and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs., moving patients. Work requires pushing stretchers and mobile x-ray equipment.

EXPOSURE CATEGORY: Category II. Tasks that involve no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. But employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks.

** A.D.A Essential Functions