Medical Imaging Technologist

Company: Medstar Research Institute
Location: Olney
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

Job Summary This is a skilled professional position that provides health care services, applying x-ray energy to assist diagnosis or treatment. Performs radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing images for interpretation or intervention by; or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Work is performed under the general direction of the Supervisor, Chief Technologist or the Director of M.I. Minimum Qualifications Education/Training Diploma or Associates degree in Radiology # Experience New Grad 1-2 year in Hospital setting is preferred # License/Certification/Registration ARRT required CPR Certification # Knowledge, Skills # Abilities Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of internal and external customers Experience with RIS/PACS is preferred HIPAA policies on Confidentiality Primary Duties and Responsibilities Clinical: Operates and documents all aspects of Radiology. Verifies procedure for appropriateness and preparation has been performed. Verifies that the patient has consented to then procedure and fully understands its risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow-up. When appropriate, verifies that a written or informed consent has been obtained. Provides patient information which includes but limited to; LMP point of tenderness, symptoms, allergies or other information pertinent to exam being performed. Prepares patient for procedure; providing instruction to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety. Assumes responsibility for provision of physical and psychological needs of patients during procedures. Practice aseptic techniques as necessary. Immobilizes patients as required. Positions patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort. Selects and operates imaging equipment, and or associated accessories to successfully perform procedures. Monitors patient during procedure. Responsible for following established procedures and protocols and producing accurate results. Evaluates images for technical quality, assuring proper identification and image labeling. Initiates basic life support action when necessary. Dates, initials and signs archives all required documents. Checks and orders supplies as needed. Participates in data collection for department#s quality assessment and improvement plan. May be responsible for specific quality control duties in assigned areas. Reports equipment failure/problems in a timely manner to supervisor/ lead person. Assists in training and education of employees, physicians, students and/or other healthcare professionals. Provides input for purchase of new equipment and supply decisions Provides input for hire or new employee through peer interview process. May be responsible or assist in control of inventory and purchasing of supplies for assigned area. Provides patient education as needed. Maintains knowledge of and observes universal precautions. Access, manipulate, store and print M.I. digital images. Access archived film from film library. Applies principles of radiation safety to minimize exposure to patient, self and others. Environmental: Maintains a clean, safe, prepared work environment. Prepares room for procedure. Cleans and sterilizes equipment and procedure table before and after each procedure. Restocks and requests room supplies that need to be replenished. Checks drug supplies and informs the appropriate person of what needs to be re-stocked.. Takes appropriate action in case of fire or other emergency situations to provide a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff. Development: Maintains current knowledge, certification, and licensure. Identifies learning needs in self and initiates actions to address these education needs. Attends continuing education programs in order to maintain certification. Attends hospital sponsored training programs as required by the department. Completes all mandatory requirements, certifications, and licensure within allotted timeframe for completion (CPR, License, PPD, Competencies, Age Specifics, etc.) Organizational knowledge: Works effectively within and between departments. Participates on inter-departmental teams and committees, communicating unit knowledge as appropriate. Provides department/unit with information and knowledge acquired during participation with interdepartmental teams and committees. Demonstrates a constructive approach during all interactions with staff, supervisors, and managers both inside and outside the unit. Department/Unit Specific Functions and Duties Ensures patient safety and minimizes patient exposure to radiation. Responsible for following all protocols to ensure optimum image quality. This would include but not be limited too, choosing proper film size, collimation of radiation beam, correct technical factors for appropriate anatomical structure, and use of automated features. Transport stable unmonitored ED patients to and from Ultrasound procedures. Transport stable unmonitored IP as available and needed In agreement with state statue(s) and/or where institutional policy permits, prepares, identifies and administers contrast media and or medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner. Able to utilize film cassettes with wet processing if computer systems down. Assist licensed practitioners with fluoroscopic, specialized interventional procedures. May perform non-interpretive fluoroscopic procedures as appropriate and consistent with applicable state statutes. Assist M.I. front desk in answer phones, signing out images via films or CD, processing paperwork and scheduling procedures as needed.#

• Job Summary

• This is a skilled professional position that provides health care services, applying x-ray energy to assist diagnosis or treatment. Performs radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing images for interpretation or intervention by; or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Work is performed under the general direction of the Supervisor, Chief Technologist or the Director of M.I.

• Minimum Qualifications
• Education/Training

• Diploma or Associates degree in Radiology

• Experience

• New Grad

• 1-2 year in Hospital setting is preferred

• License/Certification/Registration

• ARRT required

• CPR Certification

• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of internal and external customers

• Experience with RIS/PACS is preferred

• HIPAA policies on Confidentiality

• Primary Duties and Responsibilities
• Clinical: Operates and documents all aspects of Radiology.

• Verifies procedure for appropriateness and preparation has been performed.

• Verifies that the patient has consented to then procedure and fully understands its risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow-up. When appropriate, verifies that a written or informed consent has been obtained.

• Provides patient information which includes but limited to; LMP point of tenderness, symptoms, allergies or other information pertinent to exam being performed.

• Prepares patient for procedure; providing instruction to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.

• Assumes responsibility for provision of physical and psychological needs of patients during procedures.

• Practice aseptic techniques as necessary.

• Immobilizes patients as required.

• Positions patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort.

• Selects and operates imaging equipment, and or associated accessories to successfully perform procedures.

• Monitors patient during procedure.

• Responsible for following established procedures and protocols and producing accurate results.

• Evaluates images for technical quality, assuring proper identification and image labeling.

• Initiates basic life support action when necessary.

• Dates, initials and signs archives all required documents.

• Checks and orders supplies as needed.

• Participates in data collection for departments quality assessment and improvement plan. May be responsible for specific quality control duties in assigned areas.

• Reports equipment failure/problems in a timely manner to supervisor/ lead person.

• Assists in training and education of employees, physicians, students and/or other healthcare professionals.

• Provides input for purchase of new equipment and supply decisions

• Provides input for hire or new employee through peer interview process.

• May be responsible or assist in control of inventory and purchasing of supplies for assigned area.

• Provides patient education as needed.

• Maintains knowledge of and observes universal precautions.

• Access, manipulate, store and print M.I. digital images.

• Access archived film from film library.

• Applies principles of radiation safety to minimize exposure to patient, self and others.

• Environmental: Maintains a clean, safe, prepared work environment.

• Prepares room for procedure.

• Cleans and sterilizes equipment and procedure table before and after each procedure.

• Restocks and requests room supplies that need to be replenished.

• Checks drug supplies and informs the appropriate person of what needs to be re-stocked..

• Takes appropriate action in case of fire or other emergency situations to provide a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff.

• Development: Maintains current knowledge, certification, and licensure.

• Identifies learning needs in self and initiates actions to address these education needs.

• Attends continuing education programs in order to maintain certification.

• Attends hospital sponsored training programs as required by the department.

• Completes all mandatory requirements, certifications, and licensure within allotted timeframe for completion (CPR, License, PPD, Competencies, Age Specifics, etc.)

• Organizational knowledge: Works effectively within and between departments.

• Participates on inter-departmental teams and committees, communicating unit knowledge as appropriate.

• Provides department/unit with information and knowledge acquired during participation with interdepartmental teams and committees.

• Demonstrates a constructive approach during all interactions with staff, supervisors, and managers both inside and outside the unit.

• Department/Unit Specific Functions and Duties

• Ensures patient safety and minimizes patient exposure to radiation.

• Responsible for following all protocols to ensure optimum image quality. This would include but not be limited too, choosing proper film size, collimation of radiation beam, correct technical factors for appropriate anatomical structure, and use of automated features.

• Transport stable unmonitored ED patients to and from Ultrasound procedures. Transport stable unmonitored IP as available and needed

• In agreement with state statue(s) and/or where institutional policy permits, prepares, identifies and administers contrast media and or medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.

• Able to utilize film cassettes with wet processing if computer systems down.

• Assist licensed practitioners with fluoroscopic, specialized interventional procedures.

• May perform non-interpretive fluoroscopic procedures as appropriate and consistent with applicable state statutes.

• Assist M.I. front desk in answer phones, signing out images via films or CD, processing paperwork and scheduling procedures as needed.

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