X-ray Technician

Full Time
Greenwood, SC 29646
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Job description
The radiologic technologist performs radiographic examinations on IP,OP, and ECC patients. Exams are performed per radiologist approved protocols. The technologist is responsible for obtaining and communicating accurate and thorough patient medical history as it relates to the exam being performed. The technologist performs other duties in addition to meet the needs of the organization and as deemed necessary by their supervisor.

1. Provides coverage for the department through rotating shifts as required. Provides guidance and instruction for team members, students and ancillary personnel assigned to area.

2. Serves as a role model for patient satisfaction. Uses appropriate scripting and other tools of service excellence to ensure high level of patient satisfaction. Radiological Services Outpatient satisfaction scores meet the goals as established by SRH. 1 point above goal = 4, Goal = 3, 5 points below goal = 2, 6 points below goal = 1. (Goal measured July 1st through June 30th each year.)

3. Graduate of an accredited college in Radiologic Technology. Maintains current licensure required by the ARRT and State of South Carolina, completes required annual competency, CPR, Educode, etc. as deemed necessary by the organization.

4. Sets up examination rooms ensuring that all necessary equipment is ready and needed supplies are readily available. Uses radiation safety measures to include ALARA principle, Image Gently, and Image Wisely. Complies with federal and state regulations to ensure safety of patients, staff, and self. Perform equipment warm up procedures, calibrations, and quality control according to manufacturer recommendations and accrediting agency requirements.

5. Collaborate with other medical team members such as providers, radiologists, nurses, and other technologists to conduct proper examination per protocol. Obtain thorough and accurate patient medical history and communicate to others as necessary for proper patient care.

6. Provide assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured, or disabled patients. Explain procedure and observe patient to ensure safety and comfort during scan. Operate and oversee operation of imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes based on provider order, diagnosis, and approved radiologist protocol.

7. Monitors video display of area being imaged and adjusts density and contrast to improve image quality. Record, process, and maintain patient data. Coordinate work with clerical personnel or other technologists

8. Collects, maintains, and/or documents information collected for department performance improvement studies as identified by supervisor, quality control, and/ or administration.

9. Works toward the goal of upholding our mission, our vision, our values (Self Pride). Serves as a champion in the execution and promotion of Self Standards.

Registered Radiologic Technologist by the ARRT or registry eligible. SCRQSA Certification required. Must meet continuing education requirements. Current CPR certification required.

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