Senior Radiographer

POSITION SUMMARY:# Work with physicians, nurses, and administrative staff to resolve any issues that may arise to optimize patient care and departmental efficiency.# Assist other Imaging departments and Transport as needed to ensure continuous delivery of patient care.# Communicates quality, staff, and administrative issues to supervisor/ manager.

Assists with the distribution of information, materials, and requirements to staff.# Produces radiographic and diagnostic studies using a variety of imaging modalities under the clinical supervision of a radiologist. Evaluates quality of radiographic images. Provides a safe patient environment.# Participates in other necessary activities in support of departmental operations.

EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS. TRAINING and EXPERIENCE: Minimum Required:# Graduation from a CAHEA (AMA) accredited radiography program, or the equivalent.# Current certification with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, with up-to-date continuing education credits. 3 years of experience with proficiency in diagnostic radiologic procedures gained in a hospital setting.

BLS certified# # # # # # ## ADDITIONAL SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: Incumbent must demonstrate an ability to apply age-appropriate principles of communication and clinical practice relevant to neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.# Incumbent must demonstrate competence in the use of equipment and application of procedures before being allowed to perform independently.