About this role
The Radiologic Technologist II 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 in the selection of practical applications and technical factors. Job Relationships
• Reports to the Diagnostic Imaging Operations Manager Principal Responsibilities
• Obtain a complete history on patients including obtaining previous related exams that will help evaluate the current exam. • Produce quality radiographs. • Select proper technical factors for each individual patient, according to established protocols. • Provide proper shielding in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards. • Operate equipment as directed. • Be knowledgeable with all procedures and protocols within the Radiology Department. • Process films using an automatic processor at the MOHA location. • Assist with the selection of technical factors using ALARA principles. • Possess knowledge of DR/DRX image acquisition and manipulation, including correcting data regarding patient information and image detail in PACS. • Maintain orderliness, cleanliness and cooperates with all personnel in the proper conduct of the department. • Assemble films/images for interpretation by radiologists. • Assist patients in transport within Radiology and throughout the Springfield Clinic campus. • Will be responsible when using Springfield Clinic computers and telephones as needed for patient care. • Knowledge of computer systems: RIS (to include, but not limited to scheduling/rescheduling/replacing exams, completing exams, patient history, enter comments, enter "stop" payments and print features), EHR, PACS, Employee Benefit system, Radiology home page. • May assist in the use of a variety of equipment and procedures. • Knowledge of sterile procedure and of sterilization procedure for sterile supplies. • Knowledge of general scheduler duties. • Knowledge of Prompt Care workflow. • Knowledge of workflow to obtain reports on images. • Put away incoming supplies and inform Supervisor of supplies needed. • Clean cassettes on a regular basis. • Check for outdates on a regular basis. • Report any equipment failures to Supervisor and have general knowledge to troubleshoot equipment for problems and call for service if necessary. • Submit proper forms to request for paid time off and enter time off in payroll tracking system. • Provide orientation/training of new technologists and other Radiology staff. • Responsible for coverage in Ambulatory Surgery, Pain Clinic (if working in ASC/Pain Clinic) and Diagnostic Radiology with varying shifts. • Obtain diagnostic radiographs utilizing proper exposure factors consistent with ALARA according to protocols established by Springfield Clinic Radiologists, SC. • Ability to operate a C-Arm if working in ASC/Pain Clinic. • Knowledge of and experience in 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. • 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 an approved A.C.R. school or must be a graduate of a JRCERT approved school of Radiology, and provide proof of current active certification with the ARRT • Must work in a specialty location (i.e. ASC, Ortho, Urgent Care etc.) at least 80% of the time and/or take part in the departmental weekend and holiday rotation. • Or working as a Float, defined by the Imaging Operations Manager.
Licenses/Certificates
• Must maintain current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography. • May have temporary accreditation in Radiography with the Illinois Emergency Management Agency, Division of Nuclear Safety. • CPR per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Must maintain professional behavior. • Must be able to adjust to various personalities. • Must have the ability to control emotions and maintain composure under stress, using tact and good judgment. • Must possess manual dexterity to use keyboard and handle equipment and appliances. • Must have the ability to perform occasional heavy lifting, i.e. transferring patients to x-ray tables. • Must be capable of pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, lifting and twisting. • Must be able with help to lift patient from cart to table. • Must be able to work with arms above head. • Must be able to wear lead apron for long periods of time. • Must be able to walk and/or stand for long periods of time. • Must be able to assist patient to and from the table. Working Environment
• Will be exposed to fumes from cleaning agents or x-ray film processor chemicals, in limited areas. • Will be exposed to conditions including exposure to blood and body fluids, tissue, contagious diseases and/or potentially hazardous materials. PHI/Privacy Level
• HIPAA2