Rad Tech

Position

Duties: and Responsibilities:

• The Radiology Technologist performs radiographic procedures at appropriate technical level.
• Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiology diagnosis.
• Applies principles of radiation protection and the ALARA principle and initiates life support measures when needed.
• Maintains a good rapport and professional relationship with fellow employees, medical staff and other departments.
• Maintains all supplies and supply ordering.
• Performs other diverse duties as requested or required.
• This position is an Essential position at the facility to ensure efficient operations and patient care.
• Employees hired into an Essential position are expected to report to work for their scheduled shifts regardless of the environmental weather and road conditions that may exist.

Facility General Responsibilities

• Attend facility new hire orientation as scheduled by HR
• Complete Department Orientation Initial Competency within 7 days of hire date
• Complete Department Initial Skills Competency within 90 days of hire date
• Follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures
• Respect cultural and religious practices of patients from all backgrounds
• Follow HIPAA regulations at all times
• Be punctual and dependent for assigned shifts
• Dress within the dress code requirements of the facility
• Identifies all patients using at least two identifiers verbally (name and DOB), and by checking ID bracelet
• Follows Hospital Wide and Department Specific policies and procedures
• Must interact with physicians, guest, staff, and patients pleasantly, cooperatively, and effectively
• Must be able to pass drug screens, both pre-employment and throughout duration of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Good Communication skills with ability to communicate appropriately with all age groups