About this role
Job Description
The Surgical Radiology Technologist is responsible for performing radiographic procedures by the application of ionizing radiation to produce radiographic images under a variety of conditions, and assisting physicians as required with the selection of practical applications and technical factors.
Job Relationships
Reports to the Diagnostic Imaging Operations Manager
Principal Responsibilities
• Responsible for coverage in Ambulatory Surgery, Pain Clinic and Diagnostic Radiology with varying shifts. • Obtain diagnostic radiographs utilizing proper exposure factors consistent with ALARA according to protocols established by Clinical Radiologists, SC. • Ability to operate a C-Arm. • Knowledge of and experience in CR/DR/DRX image acquisition and manipulation, including correcting data regarding patient information and image detail in PACS. • Knowledgeable of all procedures and protocols in the Surgery department, Pain Clinic and Radiology department. • Responsible when using Springfield Clinic computers and telephone as needed for patient care. • Proficient use of multiple computer systems relating to job. • Provide orientation/training to new technologists. • Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures. • Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy. • Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards. • Perform other job duties as assigned.
Education/Experience
Must be a graduate of a JRCERT approved school of Radiology, and provide proof of current active certification with the ARRT.
Licenses/Certificates
Must maintain current active registration with the ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) in Radiography.
Must maintain current active licensure in Radiology with IEMA (Illinois Emergency Management Agency-Division of Nuclear Safety).
CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Must maintain professional behavior. • Must have the ability to work flexible hours based on department needs. • Must have the ability to control emotions and maintain composure under stress, using tact and good judgment and adjust to various personalities and situations. • Able to work with arms above head. • Able to wear lead apron for long periods of time. • Able to walk and/or stand for long periods of time. • Able to move mobile surgical x-ray equipment to various areas in the facility. • Ability to perform occasional heavy lifting, i.e. transferring patients to x-ray tables. • Able to assist patient to and from carts and tables. • Possess manual dexterity to use keyboard and handle equipment and appliances. • Capable of pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, lifting and twisting.
Working Environment
Will be exposed to conditions including exposure to blood and body fluids, tissue, contagious diseases and/or potentially hazardous materials.
PHI/Privacy Level
HIPAA2