Radiology Technician

About This Role

This role involves performing radiographic procedures under the direction of a Radiologist and Supervisor, requiring independent judgment and initiative to apply ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. The Radiology Technician assumes responsibility for designated areas of procedures, providing care to patients ranging from newborn to elderly, and may also perform Bone Density exams.

Responsibilities

• Operate radiographic equipment according to specifications and produce quality radiographs
• Adhere to infection control and safety practices
• Maintain work area in a neat and orderly fashion
• Maintain processors, diagnose processing problems, and take appropriate action
• Follow good radiation safety practices, including coning, shielding, and film badge monitoring, according to state and federal guidelines
• Produce quality images consistently within established protocols
• Maintain patient records according to department procedure
• Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate use of contrast media (consent forms, type, quantity, complications)
• Properly assess patients according to the exam ordered with appropriate documentation (e.g., check order, review previous films, check lab values when indicated, prep, screen for possible pregnancy, appropriate history, coordinate with Imaging nurse as appropriate)
• Provide patient education pertinent to the exam being performed and document in the patient record
• Ensure compliance in accurately and completely utilizing RIS according to department standards (e.g., order, arrive, start, complete, cancel, record complications, IV infiltrate documentation, drug history, repeats, complaints and transfers), and CPAC procedures when indicated
• Meet productivity standards as defined by the department
• Perform non-technical duties as assigned (e.g., stock rooms, transport patients, clean cassettes)
• Attend department meetings
• Participate in training of new staff
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements

• ARRT Registry or Registry eligible with 1 year to provide proof of registered status
• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate or graduation eligible of an accredited ARRT Program

Nice to have:

• One (1) year of experience

Important Details

• Physical Demands: Lift up to 50 lbs (frequently 31-65% of time), carry up to 50 lbs (frequently 31-65% of time), heavy vision (constantly 66-100% of time), kneeling/stooping/bending (frequently 31-65%), standing/walking (constantly 66-100%), pushing/pulling (frequently 31-65%)
• Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65%
• Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding

About the Company

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of its communities.