Radiography Technologist

Job description

Radiography Technologist
3000 Radiology General
Schedule: Night shift. 36 hours. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. 1730-6a. On call rotation.
About the Position
The Radiography Technologist supports the Reid Health Mission, Vision, Values, and Key Service Behaviors. The Radiography Technologist performs radiographic diagnostic imaging examinations on patients per physician/provider orders with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency.
Overview of Responsibilities
• Competently operates radiographic equipment
• Accurately evaluates requests for radiographic procedures
• Obtains patient history and symptoms
• Performs radiographic procedures per provider orders
• Provides care appropriate to the age-specific needs of the patients served
• Provides explanation and instruction to patients regarding radiographic procedures
• Demonstrates effective communication with patients and families
• Accurately performs appropriate documentation
• Follows radiation safety policies and guidelines
• Takes responsibility for personal radiation safety and exposure monitoring
• Appropriately uses radiation protection devices
• Participates in quality assurance and quality improvement activities
• Assists in the clinical instruction of radiography students

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and can be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management deems necessary.
Education & Experience
• Graduate of an approved, 24-month program in Radiologic Technology accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
• Additional radiology education would be nice to have.
• educational program would be nice to have.
• A minimum of 2 years in an accredited educational program
• Additional experience as a licensed Radiography Technologist after completing the

Licensure & Certification
• Radiologic Technologist license issued by the Indiana Department of Health
• Certification and Registry in Radiography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT.
• Current in BLS certification.