Radiology Technologist

Summary/Objective

The Radiology Technologist operates diagnostic imaging equipment, and performs diagnostic imaging procedures to assist Providers in treating & diagnosis patients. The Radiology Technologist documents outcomes and presents imaging results to the Provider for interpretation.

Essential Functions

• Explains procedures to the patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
• Records any relevant medical history.
• Moves X-ray equipment to specific positions and adjusts controls to set exposure factors based on knowledge of radiographic exposure techniques and protocols.
• Practices radiation protection techniques by using beam restrictive devices, and patient shielding skills.
• Follows prescribed safety standards in operating all required equipment.
• Selects length and intensity of radiation exposure by adjusting equipment on an individual basis.
• Examines radiographic digital images for image quality.
• Ensures equipment is in proper working order at all times.
• Maintains x-ray rooms and work areas. Orders and stocks all x-ray supplies, cleans and maintains x-ray equipment.
• Performs all required quality assurance testing to comply with State requirements/regulations
• Complies with all regulatory regulations, including NorthShore Health Centers Policies and Procedures, and Indiana State Department of Health regulations.
• Complies with OSHA, universal precautions, and Exposure Control Plan.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
• Processes routine paperwork.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
• Prepares all required reports and data pursuant to State requirements.
• Assists with departmental Quality Assurance reporting.
• Attends in-services, meetings, and mandatory training as required.
• Execute verbal and/or written specific assigned tasks requiring similar or lesser skills and abilities some of which are continuing while others are occasional in nature.
  

*These essential functions are a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the position, and are not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities. The position will include other duties as assigned and duties are subject to change at management's discretion.

Competencies

• Planning and strategic foresight
• Responsible Decision Making
• Integrity and accountability
• Innovation and creativity
• Adaptive and flexible
• Leadership, teamwork, and conflict resolution
• Professionalism and work ethic
• Empathy

Work Environment

Work is performed in an office environment. Involves frequent personal and telephone contact with patients, physicians, and other healthcare personnel. Work may be stressful at times. Interaction with others is constant and interruptive.

Travel

Travel outside of Northshore locations will be rare for this position.