Radiology Technician

About This Role

Performing computerized tomography scans and radiographic procedures is the core of this role, assuring proper implementation of these procedures using imaging modalities. This role suits a technician who can provide appropriate care and skills according to age-specific competency while maintaining equipment and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Perform computerized tomography scans and radiographic procedures using imaging modalities
• Assure proper implementation of procedures
• Deliver special care to properly assess that each procedure is conducted in an efficient and safe manner following JMH
• Provide appropriate care and skills according to age specific competency
• Be responsible for all radiographic equipment and supplies utilized in the imaging modality
• Deliver professional services
• Provide quality care
• Maintain radiation protection/safety as it relates to patients, staff and equipment
• Maintain appropriate patient and departmental records
• Maintain open communication with members of the medical staff, administration and ancillary personnel/other departments
• Maintain work area in a safe, clean and orderly condition
• Follow standard and prescribed safety regulations
• Respond to all facility emergency codes
• Attend facility-sponsored training in Blood Borne pathogens, Fire Safety, Right to Know and Chemical Hygiene
• Participate in in-service training/educational programs
• Maintain professional certifications as necessary for job
• Pursue continuing education in professional practice and management skills
• Maintain a professional appearance and behavior at all times
• Maintain the confidentiality and security of all data and information relating to the facility, medical staff and patients
• Maintain patient safety and patient care as a top priority
• Abide by all relevant facility policies and procedures
• Report any violation of OSHA Regulations to supervisor
• Report any quality improvement patients safety issues to the appropriate committee
• Report defective materials, faulty operations of equipment and unusual matters to supervisor and other appropriate personnel
• Notify ordering Physicians of any problem or delays in procedure or performance of equipment
• Assume responsibility for professional growth and continuing education

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Competency in professional practice and management skills as appropriate
• Graduate of Committee of Allied Health Education and Accreditation (AMA) Accredited Radiographic Program or equivalent or BMO course