Radiology - RAD Tech - Full Time

Job Name

Radiological Technologist

Department

Radiology

Location

Garrison

Policy Description and Purpose: Managing patient care involves a team of clinical and nonclinical staff interacting with patients and working to achieve patient-centered care. Job descriptions and responsibilities of the care team emphasize a team-based approach to patient care and promote training of team members to meet the highest level of function allowed by state law.

Procedure: The job description and responsibilities are defined for the Radiology department at Murfreesboro Medical Clinic below:

Job Title

Radiological Technologist

Purpose of Job

Responsible for taking radiological exams and related duties

Working Conditions

Reports to Radiology Manager and Physicians. The job holder must demonstrate current competencies for the job position.

Job Responsibilities

Minimum of one year customer service experience in a health care setting. Mammography experience preferred. Graduate from an accredited X-ray Technologists Program.

REQUIREMENTS

American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) registration required.TN State license required

Current CPR certification.

Prepares patients for radiology procedures. Takes radiographs following established procedures for patient care and safety. Maintains high quality/quantity standards.

Uses a variety of radiation protection and shielding materials. Complies with all policies regarding safety, infection control and universal precautions.

Prepares contrast media.

Ensures equipment is in working order. Reports malfunction to supervisor.

Logs radiology procedures completed. Processes related paperwork using computer equipment as directed.

Maintains procedure room. Stocks necessary medical and radiology supplies. Perform light cleaning on procedure room.

Produces X-Rays in a digital format and sends them via PACS System to the Radiologist for interpretation.

Applicants may be asked to cross train in other specialty areas.

Basic phone, computer, and copier skills required.

Maintains certifications/registries, ARRT status and TN state license in good standing.Also, keep continuing education credits current.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of x-ray procedures and protocols.

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform x-ray testing including body mechanics and patientmovement.

Knowledge of radiology equipment, including safety hazards common to radiology.

SKILLS

Skill in positioning patients properly.

Skill in identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.

ABILITIES:

Ability to apply written instructions and standardized work practices.

Ability to communicate clearly.

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, patients and families.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to radiation, communicable diseases and other conditions common to a Radiology setting.

Physical/Mental Demands:

Must be able to lift 25 pounds and push and pull several hundred pounds

Environment can be very busy and stressful

Contact may involve dealing with angry or upset people

Work may require hand dexterity for Radiology equipment, stooping and bending to position patients and retrieve supplies

Must have mobility to room patients, help patients onto table, complete errands.

This position requires sitting and standing for long periods of time.

MMC Vision, Mission, and Values

Our vision is to be a leading contributor to community health through participation in programs that promote wellness, facilitate diagnosis, and enhance treatment of disease.

Our mission is to foster continuous improvement in community health through the delivery of quality, accessible medical and surgical care in a cost-effective manner to the residents of Middle Tennessee.

Our values guide our actions as we strive to carry out our mission.

A progressive approach to advances in medicine and changes in the health care delivery system

Responsive to patient and community needs

Collaborative with other physicians, hospitals, allied health providers and the community in improving health care

Professional, ethical and socially responsible

Team-oriented management and leadership

A positive, open and responsive work setting

*This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. It is not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required of personnel so classified. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.