Pay rate ranges from $17.00 to $17.00 based on experience. Main Function:Operates imaging equipment and performs diagnostic X-rays (if applicable) on patients as ordered by the physician and under the guidance of the physician.Assists in preparing the operating/procedure rooms, as needed. Documents the duration of radiation, tests equipment weekly, examines protective x-ray aprons for integrity, and documents the results of tests/examinations.Maintains all necessary documentation, logs, equipment reports, etc. related to the radiology services offered at the center.Duties, Responsibilities & Competencies:Demonstrates competence in x-ray/fluoroscopy technologist skills.Demonstrates competence in selecting exposure factors and positioning, and consistently produces high-quality images.Demonstrates competence and proficient use of equipment.Adequately troubleshoots equipment problems.Oversees and manages the performance of required maintenance of equipment by adhering to cleaning care, storage, and calibration procedures as directed.Demonstrates proficiency in procedure preparation. Assembles necessary supplies and positioning aids for scheduling procedures according to the physicians preference card.Proficiently practices radiation safety for self and patient. Wears radiological monitoring devices and adheres to principles of radiation protection.Maintains established safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Reports infractions to supervisor.Respects patients/introduces self to patient.Effectively communicates center, organizational, and industrial information to staff.Attains all agreed-upon goals and objectives within specified time frames, as part of the organizations overall mission.Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety, center/service safety, and specific job-related hazards.Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.Follows the center exposure control plans/bloodborne and airborne pathogens.Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as the radiology leader of the center, and works to facilitate the centers ability to meet its goals and objectives.Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.Key Attributes:RISE The extent to which an employee demonstrates participation in the RISE Program.Respect Caring - Demonstrating an awareness of compassion toward all stakeholders.Integrity - Being true to what we say we believe in, doing what we say we will do, and adhering to our commitments.Stewardship - Responsibility to properly utilize and develop our people. Property and assets while fostering a safe and secure environment.Efficiency - Appropriate identification, selection, and management of all resources to ensure excellent clinical and financial outcomes.Quality The extent to which an employees work is accurate, thorough, and neat.Productivity The extent to which an employee produces a significant volume of work efficiently in a specified period of time.Job Knowledge The extent to which an employee possesses the practical/technical knowledge required on the job as evidenced by the annual competency assessment.Reliability The extent to which an employee can be relied upon regarding task completion and follow-up.Attendance The extent to which an employee is punctual, observes prescribed work break/meal periods, and has an acceptable overall attendance record.Independence The extent to which an employee performs work with little or no supervision.Creativity The extent to which an employee proposes ideas, finds new and better ways of doing things.Initiative The extent to which an employee seeks out new assignments and assumes additional duties when necessary.Adherence to Policy The extent to which an employee follows safety and conduct rules, other regulations, and adheres to company policies. (Compliance, Risk, Safety, Infection Control, Sentinel Events, Abuse, etc.)Interpersonal Relationships The extent to which an employee is willing and demonstrates the ability to cooperate, work, and communicate with coworkers, supervisors, subordinates, and/or outside contacts.Judgment The extent to which an employee demonstrates proper judgment and decision-making skills when necessary.Education/Licensure/Certification Requirements:Must possess a current (state) license as a Radiology Technician.Minimum of one year of fluoroone year of experience.BLS certification.Physical/Mental Requirements:Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond toquestions from groups of managers, clients, patients, physicians, and the general public.Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistics. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.Computer Skills: The Job requires specialized computer skills. Must be adept at using MS Word, communicate by e-mail, and use scheduling software. (Add computerized EMR if applicable).Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a wide variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.Special Requirements: Must be able to work variable hours and be flexible to meet the needs of the centers daily surgery schedule.Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is required to lift patients, assist patients who are falling, and carry heavy medical equipment.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is frequently required to attend to patients and escort them to and from patient care areas, often being leaned on for support. Upper body strength, for lifting or helping patients out of bed, is also a must.Working Conditions:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock, and vibration.Medical facilities need to be as clean as possible, and excellent hygiene is required to keep patients clean and safe from sickness and infection.Has Category 1 risk of exposure to infectious diseases, but receives training in hand washing practices and Universal Precautions, and has access to personal protective equipment if direct exposure is anticipated. It is subject to interruptions, noise, and odors daily.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.M
